Best 8 Sauce For Broccoli Recipes

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Broccoli is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to prepare broccoli is to steam it and serve it with a flavorful sauce. There are many different recipes for broccoli sauce, each with its own unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer a creamy sauce, a tangy sauce, or a spicy sauce, there is a recipe out there to suit your taste. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for broccoli sauce, so that you can find the perfect one to complement your next meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI WITH CREAMY PARMESAN SAUCE



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Topping steamed broccoli with a good-for-you cheese sauce is an easy way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Parmesan Cheese Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound broccoli
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup nonfat milk, divided
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
Pinch of ground white pepper
Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim 1/2 inch off broccoli stalks; remove the tough outer layer with a vegetable peeler. Cut the broccoli lengthwise so the florets attached to the long stalks are 1 to 2 inches wide. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a Dutch oven fitted with a steamer basket. Steam the broccoli until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk flour and 1/4 cup milk in a small bowl until smooth. Heat the remaining 3/4 cup milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming. Whisk in the flour mixture; cook, whisking, until thickened, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat; add cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg (if using). Drizzle over the broccoli. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 374.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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A fast and zesty take on frozen broccoli. Can also use fresh broccoli. Great summer dish. Can be served hot or cold.

Provided by MARDI1030

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter or margarine
¼ cup water
1 lemon, juiced
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the butter, water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the broccoli to the pan, stir to coat, and cover with a lid. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring once, until broccoli is tender but still bright green. Serve warm, or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 109.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CHEESE SAUCE FOR BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER



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The basic white sauce that your mother probably taught you, with cheese thrown in for yumminess. Definitely helps to convinces kids to eat their vegetables!

Provided by Samantha Webb

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk flour into butter until smooth. Pour milk into butter mixture and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. Cook and stir until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 245.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND SOY SAUCE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 33m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head garlic, peeled (about 16 cloves)
1 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 stalks broccoli, cut into florets (8 cups of florets)
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Put the garlic cloves and oil in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook uncovered over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until the garlic is browned and tender. Turn off the heat and add the red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Immediately pour into a heat-proof container to stop the cooking. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • For the salad, blanch the broccoli florets in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 to 3 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain well and immerse immediately into a large bowl of ice water until the broccoli is cooled. This process stops the cooking and sets the bright green color. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, toss the broccoli with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup of the oil used to cook the garlic, the soy sauce, and 8 or more cloves of cooked garlic. Taste for seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature.

BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC SAUCE



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One of my favorites from Weight Watchers. Also great if you add cooked chicken or tofu, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts.

Provided by jessmccsb

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 3/4 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups broccoli florets
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar or 2 teaspoons Splenda sugar substitute
1 tablespoon oil (for cooking)

Steps:

  • Combine broth, sake, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch and sugar in a bowl & set aside.
  • Heat a large nonstick wok or skillet over medium heat; add oil. Once the oil is warm, add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the broccoli (and any other vegetables if desired) and stir-fry for 3 minutes or so, until slightly tender. Add the sauce mixture and stir constantly until sauce boils and thickens. Serve once sauce and broccoli reach desired thickness and tenderness.

BROCCOLI WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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This creamy cheese sauce for broccoli is a great way to jazz up veggies. Try any cheese you like. For an elegant look, garish with minced parsley or grated egg whites. -Sandy Spackman, Trenton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into spears
2 tablespoons water
3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Dash white pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the cornstarch, seasonings and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese and Worcestershire sauce until cheese is melted. Drain the broccoli; top with cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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An easy side dish to have with any meal! The cheese sauce makes this the ultimate vegetable. It also makes your dinner plate colorful and pretty! Quick preparation.

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen)
boiling water
salt
5 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in boiling water and add salt. Cook until tender. Drain well or it will turn your sauce into a soup.
  • For cheese sauce: In separate saucepan melt butter over low heat. Gradually stir in flour until smooth.
  • While stirring constantly, add milk slowly. Stir until smooth. Add salt and cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Don't overcook.
  • Serve broccoli with cheese sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.6, Fat 50.2, SaturatedFat 31.6, Cholesterol 144.2, Sodium 1536.5, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 19.7

SAUCY BEEF WITH BROCCOLI



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When I'm looking for a fast entree, I turn to this beef and broccoli stir-fry. It features a tantalizing sauce made with garlic and ginger. -Rosa Evans, Odessa, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup sherry or additional beef broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1/2 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
2 cups fresh small broccoli florets
8 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Mix the first 7 ingredients. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 1-3 minutes. Remove from pan. , Stir-fry broccoli in remaining oil until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add green onions; cook just until tender, 1-2 minutes. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sauce is thickened, 2-3 minutes. Add beef and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 816mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are tightly closed and have a deep green color. Avoid crowns that have yellow or brown spots, as these are signs of age and poor quality.
  • Cook the broccoli properly: Broccoli should be cooked quickly to preserve its nutrients and bright green color. Steaming or stir-frying are two good methods for cooking broccoli.
  • Make a flavorful sauce: There are many different types of sauces that can be served with broccoli. Some popular options include cheese sauce, hollandaise sauce, and lemon butter sauce.
  • Add some extras: To make your broccoli dish even more delicious, try adding some additional ingredients such as bacon, cheese, or nuts.

Conclusion:

Broccoli is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its mild flavor and numerous health benefits, it's a great choice for a healthy and delicious meal. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or as the main course, there's sure to be a broccoli sauce recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy broccoli, give one of these sauce recipes a try!

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