Cheese Sauce for Broccoli and Cauliflower

This cheese sauce recipe features the traditional white sauce your mom likely taught you, with an extra touch of Cheddar cheese for added deliciousness. It's a great way to encourage kids to enjoy their vegetables!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Side Dish

Cuisine world cuisine

Servings

Calories 178 kcal

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add flour and whisk continuously until mixture turns golden and forms a smooth paste. Add milk and stir with a wooden spoon until mixture thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Add Cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted, about 2 to 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 245mgPotassium: 93mgSugar: 2gCalcium: 253mg

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Cheese Sauce for Broccoli and Cauliflower