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Baked Cauliflower with Cheese

Creamy Baked Cauliflower with Cheese for Ultimate Comfort

Baked Cauliflower with Cheese is a comforting side dish perfect for any meal, easily prepared with a handful of ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 head Cauliflower large florets
  • ¼ cup Butter plus 1 tbsp, substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • ½ each Onion finely diced
For the Cheese Sauce
  • ¼ cup Flour gluten-free flour is an alternative
  • 2 cups Milk unsweetened almond or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 tsp Dry Mustard Powder substitute with Dijon mustard
  • pinch Nutmeg
  • ½ tsp Kosher Salt
  • ¼ tsp Pepper
For the Cheese Blend
  • 1 cup Mature English Cheddar divided
  • 1 cup Double Gloucester Cheese divided, Gouda works as a substitute
  • 1 cup Red Leicester Cheese divided, substitute with Monterey Jack
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs can also be used
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley or 2 tsp dried, optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • baking dish
  • Whisk
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by breaking a large head of cauliflower into sizable florets, then boil or steam them for 5–7 minutes until just tender.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt ¼ cup of butter and sauté the onion until softened, then add flour to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk into the roux until boiling and thickened.
  4. Stir in dry mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat and add the cheese blend until melted.
  5. Pour the cheese sauce over cauliflower in a baking dish, then mix remaining butter, panko, remaining cheese, and parsley for a topping.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different cheeses or added veggies for an extra nutritional boost. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

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