Broccoli with Cheddar Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat extrasharp cheddar cheese
• 3 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets (about 9 cups)

Preparation

1. 1. Place flour in a medium saucepan. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly with a whisk until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat 2 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and thickened, stirring constantly. Cook 1 additional minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add cheeses, mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Keep warm.
2. 2. Add water to a large saucepan to a depth of 1 inch; set a large vegetable steamer in pan. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli to steamer. Steam broccoli, covered, 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Serve broccoli immediately with sauce.