Healthier Broccoli & Cheese
Broccoli and cheese is a family favorite dish during the holidays, follow this recipe to make your own healthy version at home.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into bite-sizes florets
- 1 cup evaporated milk, fat-free
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, low-fat
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 slice whole wheat bread, toasted, and cut into small pieces
- Black pepper to taste
Directions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add fresh broccoli and cook until easily pierced by a fork ( approximately 5-8 minutes). Drain, cover to keep hot and set aside.
- In a separate saucepan, combine evaporated milk and cornstarch. Slowly bring to a boil while stirring often. When to milk comes to a boil, reduce heat and boil 1 minute. Remove it from the heat and add the cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and evenly mixed. Add the sauces and stir. Pour cheese over hot broccoli.
- Sprinkle with black pepper and toasted whole wheat bread pieces. Serve.
Serves 6
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size: 1 | |
Servings per Recipe: 6 (about 1 cup per serving) | |
Amount per Serving | |
Calories: 88 | |
Calories from Fat: 9 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat: 1 g | 2% |
Saturated Fat: 1 g | 3% |
Cholesterol: 4 g | 1% |
Sodium: 158 mg | 7% |
Total Carbohydrate: 12 g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber: 3 g | 10% |
Protein: 8 g | 16% |
Vitamin A | 48% |
Vitamin C | 116% |
Calcium | 20% |
Iron | 5% |
*The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.