Broccoli with Caraway-Cheese Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh broccoli (about 8 cups)
• 2 teaspoons margarine or butter
• 3/4 cup fat-free milk
• 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 (2-ounce) jar diced pimiento, drained

Preparation

1. 1. Remove and discard broccoli leaves; cut off and discard tough ends of stalks. Wash broccoli; cut into spears. Arrange spears in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 8 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving platter; set aside, and keep warm.
2. 2. Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Add milk and next 3 ingredients; cook, stirring constantly with a whisk, until smooth. Add cheese and caraway seeds; cook, stirring constantly, until cheese melts and mixture is thickened and bubbly.
3. 3. Pour sauce over broccoli. Sprinkle with pimiento, and serve immediately.
4. carbo rating: 4