Broccoli cheese

• 500g broccoli.
• Salt (to taste).

Cheese sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter.
• 2 tablespoons flour.
• 1 cup (250ml) milk.
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese, plus ¼ cup extra (for serving).
• Salt & pepper to taste.

Method:

• Wash broccoli & cut into bite sized florets.
• Bring a pan of salted water to the boil. There should be enough water to just cover the broccoli.
• Carefully add the broccoli florets (being careful not to splash yourself with hot water).
• Simmer until the broccoli is a bright green colour (usually around 5 minutes), and it is tender. Test with a knife.
• Once cooked, drain into a serving bowl & pour over cheese sauce (see below for cheese sauce instructions).
• Top with ¼ cup of grated cheese & serve immediately.

Cheese sauce:

• While the broccoli is cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat.
• Add the flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously.
• Slowly add the milk, continually stirring until sauce boils & thickens.
• Add cheese & again bring to the boil.
• Season with salt & pepper.