Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 large cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 1/4 cups shredded white cheddar
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 20 Ritz crackers
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a large baking dish with nonstick baking spray. Add broccoli and cauliflower and bake for 15 minutes or until very lightly browned.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Whisk in flour and cook for 90 seconds, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth alternating between the two. Turn heat to low and add cheddar, frequently whisking until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Whisk in nutmeg and salt & pepper to taste. Pour over roasted broccoli and cauliflower.
  • In a food processor, crush the crackers. Add oregano, onion powder, and melted butter. Pulse a couple of times. Sprinkle over the cheese sauce.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until light golden brown.