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Steamed Broccoli with Cheese Sauce

Steamed Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
10 MINUTES
This low-carb and high-fat recipe features a nutritious and delicious pairing of steamed broccoli florets and silky cheese sauce. The broccoli is lightly steamed to retain its vibrant green colour, crisp texture, and all of its beneficial vitamins and minerals. The cheesy sauce boasts a creamy and tangy flavour that perfectly complements the broccoli's natural sweetness. This dish is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser that can satisfy carnivores, vegans, and everyone in between. Serve it as a side or top it with some protein of your choice for a well-rounded meal.
Ingredients:
 
2 pinches Ground Black Pepper
 
2 pinches Dried Oregano
 
3 tbsp Cheddar Cheese
 
1 tbsp Butter
 
1 pinch Salt
 
2 tbsp Double Cream (Heavy Cream)
 
1 tbsp Cream Cheese
 
120g Broccoli
Nutritional Information
522
Calories
8g
Carbs
47g
Fat
17g
Protein
Instructions:
1.

Add chopped broccoli to a steamer basket and place it in a saucepan filled with water (or use a pot with a metal strainer or colander)

Bring to a boil, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, for about 5 min

2.

In the meantime, place the double cream and butter into a saucepan and gently heat it up

Add the grated cheddar cheese and cream cheese

Season with salt, ground black pepper, and oregano

Stir until melted and bring to a simmer

Once it starts to bubble, take off the heat

3.

Mix until smooth and creamy

For a thicker sauce, cook for 3-5 min more while stirring

If too thick, add a splash of water

4.

Serve steamed broccoli in a bowl with cheese sauce on top

Enjoy!