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Cauliflower Cheese Recipe

Janette Fuschi
Cauliflower cheese is a comforting side dish of cooked cauliflower in a white Parmesan cheese sauce that gets an added zing from English mustard powder. It is then transferred to the broiler until bubbly and brown.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine British
Servings 4
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds Cauliflower florets
  • 1 tablespoon Salt plus 1 teaspoon
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Whole Milk hot
  • 3 1/2 ounces Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mustard Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add 3 quarts (12 cups) water to a boil in a large saucepan. Once boiling add 1 tablespoon salt and cauliflower.
  • Cook the cauliflower for 5 minutes, until tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • To a sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat. When melted, whisk in the flour until well mixed. Cook for 1 minute, whisking.
  • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking. Continue to whisk until thickened and there are no lumps.
  • Stir in 2/3 of the Parmesan cheese, mustard powder, salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the cauliflower until well coated.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Broil for 4-5 minutes until the top is brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 2243mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
Keyword Boiled, British, Cauliflower, Cheese, Easy, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
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