🥦🧀 Broccoli Potato Cheese Delight – Comfort Food at Its Best! 🥔💚
Craving a dish that’s creamy, comforting, and full of flavor? This Broccoli Potato Cheese bake is the perfect blend of hearty potatoes, tender broccoli, and ooey-gooey cheese that melts in every bite. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side for your next gathering, this wholesome and satisfying recipe is sure to win hearts (and taste buds)!
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
– Loaded with nutritious broccoli and hearty potatoes
– Oozy, cheesy perfection in every bite
– Easy to make with simple ingredients
– Perfect as a main dish or a decadent side
📝 Ingredients:
– 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
– 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
– 2 tbsp butter
– 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups milk (whole or 2%)
– 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– ½ tsp onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: Sprinkle of paprika or crushed red pepper for added kick
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Pre-cook the Veggies:
– In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add diced potatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
– In the final 2 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets to the same pot.
– Drain and set aside.
2. Make the Cheese Sauce:
– In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
– Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
– Let it simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
– Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until cheese is fully melted and sauce is smooth.
3. Assemble:
– Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
– In a lightly greased 9×9 baking dish, spread the cooked potatoes and broccoli evenly.
– Pour the warm cheese sauce over the veggies.
– Top with an extra handful of shredded cheese (because why not?!).
– Optional: sprinkle with paprika or crushed red pepper for a spicy twist.
4. Bake to Golden Perfection:
– Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
– Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Pro Tips:
– For a crispier top, broil the dish for the last 2-3 minutes.
– Swap half the potatoes for cauliflower or carrots for a fun veggie spin.
– Add cooked bacon or shredded chicken for a heartier version.
🥄 Serve It Up:
Enjoy as a standalone comfort meal or pair with a crisp green salad, some crusty bread, or grilled protein for a complete dinner experience.
🔥 Tempted yet? Tag someone who LOVES cheese and veggies! Save this recipe so you’re never far from creamy, dreamy, cheesy goodness. 💛✨
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