Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce
If you’re in search of a delicious and heartwarming dish, look no further than Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce. This comforting recipe combines fluffy baked russet potatoes with a rich, creamy broccoli cheese sauce, making it an irresistible meal for the whole family. Packed with nutrients from fresh broccoli and creamy goodness from cheddar cheese, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Whether served as a main course or a delightful side, it’s easy to prepare and sure to put smiles on everyone’s faces.
- 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
- Fresh chives or scallions
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- Ground cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- 5.5 ounces freshly grated medium cheddar cheese
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and prick potatoes, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 45-50 minutes until soft.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk while whisking; cook until thickened.
- Stir in cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Lower heat and gradually mix in cheddar cheese until melted. Fold in chopped broccoli.
- Slice baked potatoes open; fluff insides and top generously with the broccoli cheese sauce. Garnish with black pepper and fresh chives before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato with sauce (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg