VELVEETA CHEESE SAUCE FOR COOKED CAULIFLOWER/BROCCOLI RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by Suemeg
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in small saucepan. Remove from heat. Blend in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Return to low heat, stirring constantly, until beginning to boil. Add cubed cheese and continue to stir until cheese is melted. Remove from heat. Add salt, sugar, and pepper. Pour over cooked vegetables just prior to serving. Sprinkle with paprika.
BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER CHEESE CASSEROLE
Broccoli and cauliflower baked in a cheese cream sauce.
Provided by MikeP
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Cauliflower
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook uncovered until tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain and transfer broccoli-cauliflower to a baking dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add flour and stir until browned and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk half-and-half and Dijon mustard into butter-flour mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until cream sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir 2/3 cup Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika into cream sauce; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over broccoli-cauliflower mixture and top with 3 tablespoons Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 277.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
CAULIFLOWER-BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE
One of the first dishes my mom taught me is a tasty pairing of cauliflower, cheese and broccoli. It's absolutely my best side. -Devin Mulertt, Napa, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°. In a Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cheese and salt until cheese is melted., Remove from heat. Gradually whisk in eggs. Stir in vegetable blend. Transfer to a greased 8-in.-square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until set, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CHEESE SAUCE FOR BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER
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
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
VELVEETA CHEESE SAUCE FOR CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI
Cauliflower and broccoli never had it so good! --- the amounts stated makes a huge amount if desired the ingredients may be reduced by half --- for cheese sauce with a kick add in some Tabasco or cayenne pepper, of coarse this cheese sauce may be used with just about anything!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan; remove from heat.
- Blend in the flour until smooth using a wire whisk.
- Return to heat; gradually whisk in the half and half cream; bring to a light boil, keep whisking until the mixture is smooth.
- Add in the cubed Velveeta, and contine to mix with a spoon until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat.
- Add in the sugar, salt and pepper; mix until combined.
- Pour over the veggies JUST prior to serving.
- Sprinkle with paprika.
- Note: this recipe may be cut in half if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 60, Sodium 245.7, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 4
Tips:
- Choose fresh and high-quality vegetables: Fresh cauliflower and broccoli florets will yield the best results in terms of flavor and texture.
- Steam or boil the vegetables until tender-crisp: Overcooking the vegetables will make them mushy, so aim for a tender-crisp texture.
- Use a good quality Velveeta cheese: Not all Velveeta cheeses are created equal. Look for a brand that uses real cheese and has a smooth, creamy texture.
- Add milk or cream for a creamier sauce: If you want a richer, creamier sauce, add some milk or cream to the Velveeta cheese sauce.
- Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little spice.
- Serve the sauce immediately: Velveeta cheese sauce is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to store it, keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Velveeta cheese sauce is a quick and easy way to add flavor and richness to your favorite vegetables. It is perfect for busy weeknights or when you are looking for a simple and satisfying side dish. With its creamy texture and cheesy flavor, Velveeta cheese sauce is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy way to dress up your vegetables, give Velveeta cheese sauce a try.
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