Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the warmth of Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce, a comforting dish that brings smiles to every table. These baked potatoes are generously topped with a creamy, flavorful cheese sauce enriched with tender broccoli, making for a hearty meal or an irresistible side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- 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 oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub russet potatoes, poke holes in them, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Bake directly on the rack for about 50 minutes until tender.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux; cook for about 1 minute. Gradually stir in milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt to taste. Stir in grated cheddar until melted and creamy, then mix in chopped broccoli and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Slice baked potatoes lengthwise, fluff insides with a fork, and top generously with broccoli cheese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato topped with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg