Description
Creamy Broccoli with Potatoes is a comforting dish that combines tender broccoli and potatoes in a rich and creamy sauce, perfect as a side or main vegetarian dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until tender.
- Add the broccoli florets to the pot and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender.
- Drain the potatoes and broccoli, then return them to the pot.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes and broccoli. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- If using, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and stir gently to mix.
- Serve warm as a side dish or a main vegetarian dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or a plant-based milk.
- You can also add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor and protein.
- For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg