Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce—a delightful dish that marries fluffy baked potatoes with a rich, creamy broccoli sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, providing a satisfying meal that sneaks in healthy vegetables without compromising on flavor. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a hearty dish that will please both kids and adults alike. Enjoy your forkfuls of cheesy bliss topped with vibrant broccoli!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper
- ⅛–¼ tsp garlic powder
- 5.5 ounces freshly grated medium cheddar cheese
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the russet potatoes, pat them dry, pierce several times with a fork, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Bake directly on the rack for about 50 minutes until soft.
- While the potatoes bake, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add milk while whisking continuously until thickened. Stir in cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated cheddar cheese until melted. Fold in chopped broccoli.
- Once potatoes are done, slice them open without cutting through and fluff the insides. Spoon the creamy broccoli cheese sauce generously over each potato.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg