Easy Broccoli With Cheese Sauce
This easy broccoli and cheese recipe is made with frozen broccoli spears and a simple sauce made with American cheese.
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- Serves: 6 persons
Ingredients
- 1pound frozen broccoli spears or florets (or fresh broccoli florets)
- 12ounces shredded or cubed American cheese
- ⅔cup milk
- ½teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Dash ground cayenne or hot sauce, optional
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Steam or boil broccoli following package instructions.Step 3
If using fresh broccoli, steam in a covered saucepan over simmering water for 4 to 5 minutes, just until tender.Step 4
In a medium saucepan or saucier over medium heat, combine cheese, milk, and onion powder. Heat, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted, and mixture is smooth, about 7 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste, plus ground cayenne or hot sauce if desired.Step 5
Pour sauce over broccoli arranged on a serving platter or in a bowl, or serve sauce separately.