Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs broccoli
2 teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
8 ounces grated milk cheddar cheese ( 2 cups)
Directions:
Remove the tough part of the broccoli stems, usually the lower 3 to 4 inches.
Cut the broccoli into 4 even portions.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil with 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add the broccoli and cook until tender, 7 or 8 minutes.
Drain broccoli and transfer to a 2 quart casserole or serving dish.
In a medium heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the flour, 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring constantly, with a large wooden spoon, for 2 minutes.
Whisk in the milk and bring the sauce to a boil, whisking occasionally.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the cheese.
Stir well.
Pour the sauce over the broccoli and serve.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 22 min.