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Broccoli Cheddar Bake Recipe

We’ve lightened up this classic combination of broccoli and Cheddar by replacing the milk or cream with broth and using reduced fat Cheddar. Roasted Broccoli adds the perfect savory note.

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time
Servings

4

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
1-1/3 cups shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese, divided

1 package of Green Giant® Simply Steam™ Broccoli Florets or Green Giant® Simply Steam Chopped Broccoli 12 oz. Bag cooked according to package directions

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400°F. Melt butter in medium saucepot over medium heat. Add onion and salt and cook 3 minutes or until softened. Stir in flour and garlic and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in broth until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheese until melted and smooth. Stir broccoli into sauce and cook 1 minute.
Turn broccoli mixture into 1-1/2 quart baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Cover and bake 10 minutes. Remove cover and bake 5 minutes or until bubbling and cheese is melted.


Tips: 

We’ve lightened up this classic combination of broccoli and Cheddar by replacing the milk or cream with broth and using reduced fat Cheddar.

RECIPE VIDEO