Description
These Broccoli Cheese Baked Potatoes are a comforting and satisfying meal that combines fluffy baked potatoes with a creamy broccoli cheese sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or lunch, these loaded potatoes are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes
Broccoli Cheese Sauce:
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bake the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes, pierce each with a fork, and bake directly on the oven rack for 50-60 minutes or until tender.
- Prepare the broccoli: Steam the broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until tender, then set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour to form a roux. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Cook until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine broccoli and cheese sauce: Add steamed broccoli to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
- Assemble the potatoes: Once cooked, slice open the potatoes, fluff the insides, and spoon the broccoli cheese sauce over each potato.
- Garnish: Garnish with sour cream and green onions if desired.
Notes
- Use frozen broccoli if fresh isn’t available—just thaw and drain well.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne or Dijon mustard to the cheese sauce.
