Broccoli with White Cheddar Topping
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12
INGREDIENTS:
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1/2 lb broccoli florets, thawed if frozen
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3 Tbsp butter
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2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
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3 cup milk
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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6 oz medium cheddar, shredded
DIRECTIONS:
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Add the butter and flour to a medium sauce pot, then place the pot over a medium flame. Whisk the butter and flour together as they melt. Allow the mixture to begin to bubble and foam, whisking continuously. Continue to cook for one minute to remove the raw flour flavor, but do not let the flour begin to brown.
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Whisk the milk into the butter and flour mixture. Bring the milk up to a simmer, whisking frequently. When it reaches a simmer, it will thicken. Once thick enough to coat a spoon, turn the heat down to the lowest setting. Season the white sauce with the salt and garlic powder.
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Add a handful of the shredded cheddar to the sauce at a time, whisking until it has fully melted before adding the next handful. Once all of the cheddar has been melted into the sauce, stir in the chopped broccoli. Leave the sauce over a low flame, stirring occasionally, to keep it warm.