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Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce

Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce Comfort Delight

These Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce are a delicious and comforting meatless meal that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Perfect for a hearty serving
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Brush on for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt or Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for the creamy base
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce
  • 1 cup Milk (Whole or 2%) Creates a luscious cheese sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder A flavorful addition
  • 1 1/2 cups Freshly Grated Medium Cheddar Cheese Best results with freshly grated
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Broccoli Florets Boosts nutrition without pre-steaming
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives or Scallions Optional garnish for freshness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • fork
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and scrub the potatoes, poke holes, brush with olive oil, season with salt, and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  2. With 5 minutes left for the potatoes, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, cook for 1-2 minutes, then add milk and allow to thicken for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper; gradually add cheddar cheese until melted, then mix in chopped broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slice the baked potatoes, fluff the insides with a fork, and pour the cheese sauce over each potato, garnishing with chives or scallions.
  5. Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the contrast of crispy skins and gooey sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use freshly grated cheese for the best texture. Poke holes in potatoes to prevent bursting during baking.

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