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Cheap Easy Cheddar Broccoli Sausage Dinner A Family Favorite

Cheap Easy Cheddar Broccoli Sausage Dinner A Family Favorite

This Cheap Easy Cheddar Broccoli Sausage Dinner A Family Favorite is a quick, filling, and budget-friendly one-pan meal that combines savory sausage, vibrant broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into rounds
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Method
 

  1. Slice the sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for about 5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and garlic. Whisk constantly for about 1 minute to create a roux.
  4. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously, then slowly add the heavy cream or milk, whisking to prevent lumps.
  5. Add the broccoli florets, stir, cover, and steam for about 5-7 minutes until tender but bright green.
  6. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly.
  7. Reduce heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare and can be made with various substitutions. For a lighter version, use turkey sausage. Leftovers can be reheated on the stovetop with a splash of milk.