Cheesy Broccoli And Cauliflower Recipe

Name: Cheesy Broccoli And Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large head broccoli (about 3 to 3 1/2 pounds total); 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds); Cheese Sauce; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 cups milk; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 (4 1/4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained (to taste, I use 1/3 can); 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/8 teaspoon salt; additional milk, if needed, to thin sauce

Servings: persons

2 large head broccoli (about 3 to 3 1/2 pounds total)
1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds)
Cheese Sauce
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 (4 1/4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained (to taste, I use 1/3 can)
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
additional milk, if needed, to thin sauce

1
Cut broccoli and cauliflower into florets, discarding outer leaves and stems.
2
You should have about 8 cups broccoli florets and 4 cups cauliflower.
3
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of lightly salted water to a boil.
4
Add cauliflower; cook 2 minutes.
5
Add broccoli; cook an additional 6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender. Drain.
6
While vegetables are cooking, make Cheese Sauce:
7
In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
8
Gradually whisk in the milk; continue to whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil.
9
Remove from heat and stir in cheese, mustard, chiles, hot-pepper sauce and salt.
10
Stir until smooth. If a thinner sauce is desired, stir in a few more tablespoons of milk.
11
To serve, place vegetables in large serving dish and pour cheese sauce over the top. Serve immediately.
12
Do Ahead: Cook vegetables, rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain and refrigerate. Prepare sauce; let cool, then cover and refrigerate up to a day ahead.
13
To serve, uncover; remove from refrigerator and let stand 30 minutes.
14
Reheat separately in microwave oven (adding more milk to sauce as needed).

433

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large head broccoli (about 3 to 3 1/2 pounds total), 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), Cheese Sauce, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Broccoli And Cauliflower falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Cheesy Broccoli And Cauliflower

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