Broccoli Tree Toppers with Cheesy Dip
Broccoli Tree Toppers with Cheesy Dip
Ingredients
For the Broccoli Tree Toppers
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Cheesy Dip
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Roast the broccoli for 15-20 minutes, or until tender-crisp and slightly charred at the edges. While the broccoli roasts, prepare the cheesy dip.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. It should be a pale golden color.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Gradually whisk in the whole milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer, about 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and cubed cream cheese. Stir continuously until both cheeses are completely melted and the dip is smooth and creamy.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Once the broccoli is roasted, transfer it to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the warm cheesy dip on the side for dipping.
⏱️ 1 min
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Broccoli Tree Toppers with Cheesy Dip
Ingredients
For the Broccoli Tree Toppers
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Cheesy Dip
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Roast the broccoli for 15-20 minutes, or until tender-crisp and slightly charred at the edges. While the broccoli roasts, prepare the cheesy dip.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. It should be a pale golden color.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Gradually whisk in the whole milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer, about 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and cubed cream cheese. Stir continuously until both cheeses are completely melted and the dip is smooth and creamy.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Once the broccoli is roasted, transfer it to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the warm cheesy dip on the side for dipping.
⏱️ 1 min