Cauliflower Cheese
2 servings Cauliflower Cheese is a comforting and delicious side dish that brings together tender cauliflower florets smothered in a rich and creamy cheese sauce with a hint of nutmeg for extra warmth and depth of flavor. Perfect for two, this easy-to-make dish is great for pairing with roast meats, steaks, grilled... Read more ... vegetables, or as a hearty addition to any meal! Read less x saved The Headless Chef Resident Chef September 13, 2024 20 min.35 min.1/5 20 min. 35 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Cauliflower 1 cauliflower - Cut into florets (small)1 TBSP of unsalted butter1 TBSP of all-purpose flour1 cup of whole milk1 ¼ TSP of dried herbs of your choice - mixed¼ TSP of nutmeg - freshly grated¾ cup of Tasty cheese of your choice - grated½ TSP of salt - As per taste (As per taste)½ TSP of ground pepper (adjust if needed, As per taste) 1 cauliflower - Cut into florets (small) 1 TBSP of unsalted butter 1 TBSP of all-purpose flour 1 cup of whole milk 1 ¼ TSP of dried herbs of your choice - mixed ¼ TSP of nutmeg - freshly grated ¾ cup of Tasty cheese of your choice - grated ½ TSP of salt - As per taste (As per taste) ½ TSP of ground pepper (adjust if needed, As per taste) Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Medium Sauce Pan or Small Pot (4QT) (optionally use a saute pan)1x French Whisk1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (small size)1x Silicone Spatula 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Medium Sauce Pan or Small Pot (4QT) (optionally use a saute pan) 1x French Whisk 1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (small size) 1x Silicone Spatula Directions: 1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). 2. Cook the Cauliflower: Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes until just tender but still firm. Drain well and set aside. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes until just tender but still firm. Drain well and set aside. 3. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux (a thick paste). Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux (a thick paste). Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Add Seasonings and Cheese: Stir in the mixed herbs, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the grated cheddar cheese and continue to stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth. Stir in the mixed herbs, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the grated cheddar cheese and continue to stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth. TIP: Move the pan from the heat when mixing in cheese, this help make it very smooth. 5. Assemble the Dish: Arrange the cooked cauliflower florets in a small baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the florets are coated. Arrange the cooked cauliflower florets in a small baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the florets are coated. TIP: Feel free to add a little extra grated cheddar on top for a golden, cheesy crust. 6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top. 7. Serve: Let the cauliflower cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it as a comforting side dish to any meal! Let the cauliflower cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it as a comforting side dish to any meal! About the Author: The Headless ChefResident Chef # 2 42 Followers Published Recipes: 29Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Wellington, New ZealandMember since: 2024-09-10 Published Recipes: 29 Av. 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