Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the comfort of Cheesy Baked Potatoes with Broccoli Cheese Sauce, a delightful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This recipe features fluffy baked russet potatoes smothered in a creamy, cheesy broccoli sauce that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a hearty meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. Whether enjoyed as a main course or side dish, this veggie-packed delight is sure to become a family favorite, bringing warmth and smiles to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Chives or scallions
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Milk (whole or 2%)
- Ground cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Freshly grated cheddar cheese
- Finely chopped broccoli florets
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes clean and prick them several times with a fork. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake directly on the oven rack for about 50 minutes until tender.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in flour to make a roux, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Add cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, cheddar cheese, and broccoli; cook until cheese melts.
- Cut baked potatoes lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon broccoli cheese sauce generously over each potato half.
- Top with black pepper and chopped chives or scallions before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg