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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 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 6
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
Keyword Cheese Sauce for Broccoli and Cauliflower
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