Name: Delicious Cheesy Baked Broccoli Recipe
Ingredients: You will need about 4 cups of fresh broccoli florets for this recipe. This vegetable provides essential vitamins and minerals while offering a satisfying crunch when baked. Look for bright green florets without yellowing or wilting.; Use 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor. This cheese melts beautifully and forms a gooey layer that enhances the dish’s richness. Feel free to mix in other types of cheese for more depth.; Add 8 ounces of cream cheese to make the sauce creamy and smooth. The cream cheese adds a tangy flavor that complements the cheddar perfectly while helping create a luscious texture.; Pour in 1 cup of whole milk to achieve the desired consistency in your cheese sauce. Whole milk contributes richness; however, you can use lower-fat options if preferred.; Incorporate 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for an extra layer of flavor in your dish. Garlic powder lends a savory taste without overpowering the other ingredients, making it ideal for this recipe.; Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper to taste. These simple seasonings balance the flavors in your cheesy baked broccoli without overwhelming its natural taste.

Description

If you are searching for a delicious way to enjoy vegetables, look no further than this Cheesy Baked Broccoli Recipe. This dish combines tender broccoli florets with a rich and creamy cheese sauce that will appeal to both kids and adults alike. Perfect as a side dish or even as a main course when paired with grains or protein, this recipe is simple to prepare but delivers fantastic flavor and comfort. Follow along to create this delightful dish that brings the best of both worlds: nutrition and taste.

Ingredients

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Fresh Broccoli

You will need about 4 cups of fresh broccoli florets for this recipe. This vegetable provides essential vitamins and minerals while offering a satisfying crunch when baked. Look for bright green florets without yellowing or wilting.

Cheddar Cheese

Use 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor. This cheese melts beautifully and forms a gooey layer that enhances the dish’s richness. Feel free to mix in other types of cheese for more depth.

Cream Cheese

Add 8 ounces of cream cheese to make the sauce creamy and smooth. The cream cheese adds a tangy flavor that complements the cheddar perfectly while helping create a luscious texture.

Milk

Pour in 1 cup of whole milk to achieve the desired consistency in your cheese sauce. Whole milk contributes richness; however, you can use lower-fat options if preferred.

Garlic Powder

Incorporate 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for an extra layer of flavor in your dish. Garlic powder lends a savory taste without overpowering the other ingredients, making it ideal for this recipe.

Salt and Pepper

Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper to taste. These simple seasonings balance the flavors in your cheesy baked broccoli without overwhelming its natural taste.