Comfort food doesn't have to be complicated, and it certainly doesn't have to be bland. Our recipe for broccoli cheddar potatoes is anything but boring, boasting a creamy, cheesy sauce and tender-crisp potatoes and broccoli. This ultimate comfort food dish has just the right balance of flavors and textures and is sure to become a family favorite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BROCCOLI CHEDDAR TWICE-BAKED POTATOES
Simple, tasty comfort food! The broccoli makes it easy to sneak some veggies into your family's diet.
Provided by elastigirl
Categories Potato
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bake the potatoes in a 400 degree oven for about 1 hour. *Okay, I s'pose you could use microwaved "baked" potatoes instead to save time and they'd come out fine. But, please, if you do have the time, take the time to bake them. They'll taste much better and the skins will hold up much nicer.*.
- After the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice each one in half lengthwise and scoop the guts out into a large mixing bowl, being careful to leave the skins intact. Place skins on ungreased cookie sheet and set aside.
- Add margarine to potato guts and mash using a potato masher until fairly smooth.
- Add sour cream, milk, 1/2 cup of the cheese, ranch dressing mix, chopped broccoli, and seasonings, and mix well.
- Spoon the potato mixture back into the skins, top with the remaining cheese, and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.4, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 40, Sodium 358.2, Carbohydrate 42.1, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 13.7
BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR BAKED POTATOES
This hearty side dish will bring good taste and a dash of holiday color to any table, promises Mary Bauer in Wichita, Kansas. "It's great with almost any entree." TIP: Adding a cup of leftover diced chicken to the vegetables makes this a quick lunch or meal-in-itself, suggests Mary.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Scrub and pierce potato. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute the broccoli, mushrooms and pimientos in oil until vegetables are tender; set aside. , When potato is cool enough to handle, cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. , In a small bowl, mash the pulp. Stir in 2 tablespoons cheese, yogurt, salt, garlic powder, paprika and pepper. Stir in broccoli mixture. Spoon into potato shells. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place on a baking sheet. , Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TWICE BAKED POTATOES WITH BACON, BROCCOLI & CHEDDAR
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400. Take butter out of the fridge and let rise to room temp. Scrub the potatoes and stick them straight on the bottom oven rack for 30m. Bacon & Broccoli Prep: You'll need a pan for bacon and a small pot for the broccoli. While the potatoes are warming up, set two burners to med-high (7-8 on the dial). Fry the bacon until crispy, and crunch into bits. Drop 2/3 of the bacon In a medium mixing bowl. Reserve 1/3 for garnish. Also reserve the bacon fat! In the small pot, add enough salted water to cover the broccoli (you don't need much) and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook until al dente. Shock and strain in cold water. Chop up 2/3 very finely and throw in same bowl as bacon. The remaining 1/3, cut into small florets and reserve for garnish. Grate the Cheese into the bowl, reserving a bit for garnish. Back to the Spuds: When the 30 minutes are up, puncture the potatoes 4-6 times with a fork and turn over. Puncture deep. Cook another 30m and remove from the oven. Let stand 10m so you don't burn your hands when handling. While the potatoes are cooling, add sour cream, garlic, butter, S&P, (paprika/chili flakes) grated cheddar and scallions to the pot with the broccoli and bacon bits. Cut the top 1/4 length off of the potato. Carefully scoop out the potato innards and add to your bowl of goodies. Scrape as much as you can while keeping the potato skins in tact! Add the reserved bacon fat to the bowl and stir to combine all ingredients - Basically, you are making really rich mashed potatoes here. Now, scoop the mixture back into the skins and place the stuffed spuds on a baking tray (a cookie sheet will do). Stick back in the oven and bake for 20m or until the potato stuffing starts to brown. Add the reserved broccoli, bacon and grated cheese garnish and continue to bake until melted. Remove from oven, let cool slightly and shove in mouth.
BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR POTATOES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Pierce each potato several times with a fork; put on a plate and microwave until tender, 10 to 20 minutes.
- Cook the bacon in a large ovenproof skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Pour the fat into a bowl; wipe out and reserve the skillet.
- Add the broccoli to the boiling water and cook 3 minutes, then drain.
- Halve the potatoes lengthwise, then scoop the flesh into a bowl, leaving a 1/2-inch-thick shell. Place the shells cut-side down in the skillet and brush with the reserved bacon fat. Transfer the skillet to the broiler; broil until golden, about 3 minutes.
- Mash the potato flesh with the butter and sour cream; season with 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and pepper to taste. Toss in the broccoli, scallions, bacon and half of the cheddar. Turn the potato shells cut-side up in the skillet. Stuff with the broccoli mixture and sprinkle with the remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Broil until the cheese melts, 3 to 4 minutes. Toss the spinach with the dressing; serve with the potatoes.
INSTANT POT BAKED POTATOES WITH BROCCOLI AND CHEDDAR
This hearty and healthy weeknight dinner will please both kids and grown-ups, and it's made entirely in the Instant Pot®.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Prick the potatoes all over with a fork. Rub them with the oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
- Pour 1 cup of water in the bottom of a 6-quart Instant Pot® and add a trivet. Place the potatoes on top of the trivet. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set the pot to pressure cook on high for 20 minutes (see Cook's Note). After the pressure cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick release cycle is complete. Be careful of any remaining steam and unlock and remove the lid. Transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet and bake until the skin is golden and crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Set aside. Clean out the pot and place back in the base.
- Put a trivet in the bottom of the pot and add 1 cup water. Place the broccoli in the steamer basket and put the basket in the pot. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set the pot to pressure cook on high for 3 minutes. After the pressure cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick release cycle is complete. Be careful of any remaining steam and unlock and remove the lid. Transfer the broccoli to a bowl and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cover and set aside. Drain the water from the bottom of the pot, wipe it dry and place back in the base.
- Set the pot to saute on medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and the fat has rendered, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve. Pour out the drippings (or reserve for another use). Wipe out the pot and place it back in the base.
- Set the pot to saute on medium heat. Add the butter and melt, stirring constantly so it doesn't burn, about 1 minute. Add the flour and whisk into the butter, then continue to whisk until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt and whisk continuously until the sauce has thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Cut the potatoes open and season with some salt and black pepper. Top with the broccoli and bacon and pour over the cheese sauce.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for this recipe because they are starchy and hold their shape well. Yukon Gold potatoes are also a good option.
- Cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the potatoes will steam instead of roasting.
- Roast the potatoes at a high temperature: This will help them get crispy.
- Season the potatoes generously: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
- Add the cheese and broccoli towards the end of cooking: This will prevent them from overcooking.
- Serve the potatoes immediately: They are best when they are hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Broccoli cheddar potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor. Whether you are serving them for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these potatoes are sure to be a hit.
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