A creamy and cheesy cauliflower casserole that's perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam the cauliflower florets until they are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the flour, stirring to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes without letting it brown.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until the sauce thickens. Add the salt and pepper.
- Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a baking dish, pour the cheese sauce over them, and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.8mg