Quick and Simple Broccoli and Cheese
Quick and Simple Broccoli and Cheese pairs crisp-tender steamed florets with buttery richness and a melted Cheddar finish. It’s a warm, nostalgic side that balances fresh vegetable bite with salty, gooey cheese—perfect alongside weeknight mains or holiday roasts. Serve hot so the cheese stays smooth and melty.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Set the broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, 2 to 6 minutes. Drain and move it to a microwave-safe casserole dish.
- 2
Drizzle the melted butter over the broccoli and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the cheese on top and microwave on high until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
- Calories 197.92 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.74 g Moderate
- Carbs 5.09 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.04 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.28 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 44.57 mg Moderate
- Sodium 169.98 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.48 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.84 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 202.51 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.59 mg Low Source
- Potassium 167.15 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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