Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Cheesy Broccoli | Emeril Lagasse

Login to Save
93K views👍 566
Emeril Lagasse
Emeril Lagasse
69 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Emeril Lagasse to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Cheesy Broccoli

Cultural Context

Cheesy broccoli, a staple in American households, combines the nutritional benefits of broccoli with the indulgent taste of cheese. This dish often appears at family gatherings and potlucks, celebrated for its comforting flavors and ease of preparation. Variations abound, with some adding breadcrumbs or different cheeses, making it a versatile favorite across the globe.

AmericanUSside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups broccoli
2 cups cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch is a gluten-free thickener.

1

Steam broccoli until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

2

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling.

3

Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

4

Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened, about 3-5 minutes.

5

Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

6

Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce.

7

Pour cheese sauce over steamed broccoli and mix to coat evenly.

8

Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle additional cheese on top, if desired.

9

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until bubbly and golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

steamingsauce makingbaking

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Cheese BroccoliBroccoli with Cheese Sauce

More Cheesy Broccoli Videos

(17 videos)

Similar American Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Recipes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)