Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce
Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that combines the earthy flavor of baked russet potatoes with a luscious, creamy broccoli cheese sauce. This dish makes for a satisfying meatless main course or a delicious side that will please everyone at the table. With its rich, cheesy goodness and nutritious broccoli, it’s an excellent way to indulge in your cravings while sneaking in some healthy greens! Ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or cozy nights in, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Serve it up with fresh salads or alongside savory proteins for a complete meal experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 5.5 ounces medium cheddar cheese
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes, then pat dry. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle salt.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with foil and bake for about 50 minutes until tender.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth; stir in seasonings and cheese until melted.
- Add chopped broccoli and cook for 3–5 minutes until tender.
- Slice open baked potatoes and generously spoon broccoli cheese sauce over them before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato with sauce (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg