Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes

Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes

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They might not be the prettiest things in the world (I won’t even say what my boyfriend said they looked like), but who cares? We’re talking about CHEESE SAUCE. A really easy cheese sauce, chock full of broccoli (so you can feel good about yourself) poured over perfect crispy-skin baked potatoes. These Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes are, IMHO, the perfect half way point between comfort food and good-for-you food. I like compromise.

 This is yet another great “base” recipe that you can customize to fit your wallet and taste buds. This original version is so good that it made my feet wiggle, but if you want to add more you could always do something like bacon bits or grilled chicken, jalapeños or sriracha if you like it spicy, or maybe something simple like sliced green onion.

 P.S. Always check the prices of larger blocks of cheese compared to the smaller blocks. At my local store they’re almost always just about the same price per ounce, but this week the large 16oz. block was only $3.88, which is a GREAT deal. The large block can be cut into smaller chunks and stashed in the freezer. Just make sure to wrap them tightly to prevent freezer burn.

 Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes are an easy vegetarian dinner that uses simple ingredients to make a filling and flavorful meal. 

  Total Cost $6.72 recipe / $1.68 serving
 Prep Time 10 minutes
 Cook Time 1 hour
 Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
 Servings 4
INGREDIENTS
BAKED POTATOES
4 russet potatoes (2 lb. total) $2.99
1 Tbsp olive oil $0.16
Salt $0.02
BROCCOLI CHEESE SAUCE
1/2 lb frozen broccoli florets $0.85
3 Tbsp butter $0.23
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour $0.03
3 cups whole milk $0.93
1/2 tsp salt $0.03
1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
6 oz medium cheddar, shredded $1.46

 INSTRUCTIONS
Get Full instructions Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes @ budgetbytes.com
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