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Baked Cauliflower with Cheese

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Baked Cauliflower with Cheese Delight

Baked Cauliflower with Cheese is a comforting side dish that is rich, satisfying, and customizable for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Large florets
For the Cheese Sauce
  • ¼ cup Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • ½ Onion Finely diced
  • ¼ cup Flour Gluten-free option available
  • 2 cups Milk Plant-based milks work well
  • 1 tsp Dry Mustard Powder Enhances flavor
  • pinch Nutmeg
  • ½ tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp Pepper
  • 1 cup Mature English Cheddar Shredded
  • 1 cup Double Gloucester Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Red Leicester Cheese Shredded, optional
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free option available
  • 1 tbsp Butter Melted
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley Or 2 tsp dried, optional

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cauliflower by breaking it into large florets. Steam or boil for 5 minutes until barely tender. Drain and transfer to a greased baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Sauté onion for 4-5 minutes until soft.
  3. Whisk in flour with the sautéed onion for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
  4. Gradually add milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle boil, then season with mustard powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in the combined cheeses until melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
  6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Pour the cheese sauce over the steamed cauliflower, ensuring even coverage.
  8. Mix melted butter, breadcrumbs, remaining cheese, and parsley in a bowl for topping, then sprinkle over the dish.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra crispy topping, broil for the last 2-3 minutes. This dish can also be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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