Description
These Broccoli Cheese Baked Potatoes are a delicious and comforting dish that combines fluffy baked potatoes with a creamy, cheesy broccoli topping. Perfect for a cozy dinner or as a hearty side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cheese Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk, warmed
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Toppings:
- 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed until tender
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare potatoes: Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 50–60 minutes until tender.
- Steam broccoli: Steam broccoli until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Make cheese sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually whisk in warm milk until thickened. Stir in cheddar cheese and seasonings until creamy.
- Assemble: Cut open potatoes, fluff insides, top with broccoli, cheese sauce, and green onions.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and enjoy hot.
Notes
- For added protein, top with cooked bacon bits or shredded chicken.
- You can use a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for a creamier sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
