Gnocchi with Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Sauce

[Sincerely-Food-Chef]

Ingredients

• 2 crowns broccoli
• 0.66 (8 oz) block cheddar cheese
• 2 (16 oz) pkg potato gnocchi
• 20 fl oz whole milk
• all-purpose flour
• black pepper
• butter, unsalted
• garlic powder
• salt

Instructions

1. Fill a large pot about halfway with hot water (from the tap); cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Meanwhile, wash and dry broccoli. Separate into bite-sized florets and cut stems into smaller pieces.
   • 2 crowns broccoli
3. Once the water in the pot is boiling, add broccoli and gnocchi. Cook, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi begins to float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes.
   • 2 (16 oz) pkg potato gnocchi
4. Meanwhile, coarsely grate the cheese and set aside.
   • ⅔ (8 oz) block cheddar cheese
5. When the gnocchi and broccoli are done, drain and return to the pot. Cover and set aside.
6. Preheat a medium saucepan over medium heat.
7. Once the pan is hot, add butter and swirl to coat the bottom.
   • 3 tbsp butter, unsalted
8. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Cook, whisking frequently, for 1 minute.
   • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
9. Slowly pour milk into the pan, whisking constantly. Continue whisking until the sauce has thickened, 3-4 minutes.
   • 20 fl oz (2 ½ cups) whole milk
10. Add cheese and spices to the pan; whisk until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
    • 1 tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp black pepper
    • ¼ tsp garlic powder
11. Pour sauce into the pot with the gnocchi and broccoli; stir to combine.
12. To serve, divide gnocchi and broccoli between bowls and enjoy!