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Smoky Gouda-Sauced Broccoli
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6
Better Homes and Gardens
Ingredients:
1 1/4 lbs broccoli, cut into spears
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
3/4 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese (3 ounces)
3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs (1 slice)
2 teaspoons butter or 2 teaspoons margarine, melted
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450°; place a steamer basket in a large saucepan; add water to just below the bottom of the steamer basket.
2. Bring water to boiling; add broccoli to steamer basket; cover and decrease heat; steam for 6-5 minutes or just until crisp-tender.
3. Meanwhile, for the sauce, in a medium saucepan, melt the 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; add onion and garlic; cook until tender.
4. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper; stir in the milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; gradually add cheese, stirring until melted; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
5. Transfer broccoli to a 1 1/2 quart au gratin dish or 2-quart square baking dish.
6. Pour sauce over broccoli; combine breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle over sauce.
7. Bake, uncovered, about 15 minutes or until crumbs are light brown.
By RecipeOfHealth.com