Name: How To Make Cheese Sauce for Broccoli with Velveeta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tbsp unsalted butter; ¼ c all purpose flour; 2 c 2% milk; 12 oz. Velveeta cheese, cubed; 1 garlic clove, minced; ½ tsp kosher salt; ½ tsp black ground pepper

Broccoli and cheese – a classic combination that never fails to impress. Add Velveeta into the mix, and you’ve got yourself a match made in culinary heaven. Today, we are going to teach you How To Make Cheese Sauce for Broccoli with Velveeta. Our Homemade Seasonings, Sauces and Rubs are the secret weapons behind any great meal, adding layers of complexity and depth to even the simplest dishes.

This creamy, cheesy sauce is a perfect fit for broccoli because of its smooth texture and rich flavor that beautifully complements the earthy, slightly bitter taste of broccoli. It transforms a simple side dish into a decadent treat that will have your dinner guests asking for seconds.

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Choosing Your Velveeta Cheese

When selecting your Velveeta cheese, always go for the original. Authentic Velveeta cheese has a unique, velvety smooth texture that melts beautifully, creating a cheese sauce that’s creamy and lump-free.

Ingredients Needed

For this delicious cheese sauce, you’ll need:

Unsalted Butter
All Purpose Flour
Milk
Velveeta Cheese, cubed
Garlic Clove, minced
Kosher Salt
Black Ground Pepper

Steps to Make Your Cheese Sauce

Start by cutting your Velveeta cheese into small cubes. This will help it melt evenly and quickly in the pot.
Prepare a roux – melt the butter and add the flour. Whisk until combined into a paste and allow the flour to cook off for 1 minute.
Slowly add in the milk while whisking. Continue to wish over medium high eat for 3-5 minutes until the sauce becomes thick
Next, remove from the heat and add in the velveeta, garlic, salt and pepper. Continue whisking until the velveeta has melted completely and the sauce is smooth.

How To Store Cheese Sauce Made With Velveeta?

If you have any leftover cheese sauce, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. To reheat, place it in a saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of milk if necessary to restore its creamy consistency.

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Variations:

Feel free to get creative with your Velveeta cheese sauce. You could add minced garlic or onion for extra flavor, or sprinkle in some chili flakes for a bit of heat.

A spoonful of Dijon mustard could also add a nice tangy kick.

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Serving Suggestions:

This Velveeta cheese sauce is perfect for drizzling over steamed broccoli but it’s also versatile. Try it with cauliflower, over baked potatoes, or even as a dip for chips.

Making a delicious Velveeta cheese sauce for broccoli is easy and rewarding. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can elevate your broccoli dish to the next level.

Happy cooking!