Broccoli With Cheese Sauce And Almonds Recipe

Name: Broccoli With Cheese Sauce And Almonds Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg brocolli; 1/2 c. almonds, flaked; 1 c. cheese, grated; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1/4 c. flour, plain; 1 1/2 c. lowfat milk; 1/2 tsp garlic, crushed; 1/8 tsp nutmeg salt, pepper; 1 x egg yolks; 1/4 c. cream

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.
2
Separate broccoli into flowerets, plunge into boiling water and cook till tender but still bright green.
3
Remove and drain well, arrange in serving dish and smother with cheese sauce.
4
Serve sprinkled with toasted almonds.
5
Cheese sauce:Grate the cheese.
6
Heat the butter in a saucepan and add in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute over low heat.
7
Remove pan from heat.
8
Add in the lowfat milk gradually, stirring rapidly with whisk.
9
When blended and smooth, add in the garlic, pepper, nutmeg.
10
Simmer gently for 5 min stirring the bottom regularly to ensure it doesn't burn.
11
Remove sauce from heat and whisk in combined egg yolk and cream.
12
Sauce should be thick and creamy.

663

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg brocolli, 1/2 c. almonds, flaked, 1 c. cheese, grated, 2 Tbsp. butter, and more.

Yes, Broccoli With Cheese Sauce And Almonds Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!