Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds broccoli

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon flour

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 cup milk

1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Preparation

Steam broccoli; transfer to a large bowl.

Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until foamy. Whisk in flour; cook, whisking, until mixture darkens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Add mustard and milk; simmer, whisking, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in cheese until just melted; season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over broccoli; serve.