Broccoli in cheese sauce, made with skimmed milk, homemade

This homemade dish consists of broccoli served in a cheese sauce made with skimmed milk. It provides protein, fat and carbohydrate, along with fibre and several vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 7.3g of protein, 6.9g of fat, 4.2g of saturated fat and 170mg of calcium.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth. Although the sauce is made with skimmed milk, the finished dish still contains saturated fat, which is worth noting for people monitoring their intake. Its salt content may also be relevant to those watching salt in their diet. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.