{"id":"3883739b-311a-4637-a704-5df5c76c0ec6","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/3883739b-311a-4637-a704-5df5c76c0ec6","source_url":"https://mushroomsalus.com/broccoli-cheddar-beans-recipe/","title":"Broccoli Cheddar Beans Recipe","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT25M","total_time":"PT37M","image_url":"https://mushroomsalus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Broccoli-Cheddar-Beans-Recipe.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (drained and rinsed)","item":"(15 oz each) white beans","quantity":2,"unit":"can","preparation":"drained and rinsed"},{"text":"3 cups broccoli florets (cut into bite-sized pieces)","item":"broccoli florets","quantity":3,"unit":"cup","preparation":"cut into bite-sized pieces"},{"text":"1 medium yellow onion","item":"medium yellow onion","quantity":1},{"text":"3 cloves garlic","item":"garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove"},{"text":"2 tablespoons unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 cups vegetable broth","item":"vegetable broth","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup whole milk or heavy cream","item":"whole milk or heavy cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tablespoon all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon Dijon mustard","item":"Dijon mustard","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon onion powder","item":"onion powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika","item":"smoked paprika","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Salt and black pepper to taste","item":"Salt and black pepper to taste"},{"text":"1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar (freshly grated (not pre-shredded))","item":"sharp cheddar (freshly grated (not pre-shredded))","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional)","item":"grated parmesan","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika for 30 seconds."},{"number":2,"text":"Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in vegetable broth until smooth. Add milk or cream and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened."},{"number":3,"text":"Add drained white beans to the pot. Stir through and simmer for 5 minutes so beans absorb the flavor of the broth."},{"number":4,"text":"Add broccoli florets and stir in Dijon mustard. Cover and cook 5–6 minutes until broccoli is tender and beans are fully soft."},{"number":5,"text":"Reduce heat to low. Add grated cheddar in 2–3 batches, stirring between each until fully melted and smooth. Stir in parmesan if using. Taste and season with salt and pepper."},{"number":6,"text":"Ladle into bowls. Top with extra shredded cheddar and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:07:00.313206+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:07:00.313206+00:00"}