Baked Cauliflower with Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinners with this indulgent yet simple Baked Cauliflower with Cheese recipe, a comforting side dish or vegetarian main that’s sure to please. Featuring tender cauliflower florets blanketed in a rich, creamy sauce made with sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, this recipe is elevated with a dash of Dijon mustard and a hint of nutmeg for depth of flavor. Topped with golden, crunchy breadcrumbs, this oven-baked dish offers an irresistible combination of textures and tastes. Ready in under an hour, this cheesy cauliflower bake is perfect for family meals, potlucks, or as a hearty addition to your holiday table. It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser that transforms an everyday vegetable into a cheesy masterpiece! Keywords: baked cauliflower, cheesy cauliflower recipe, comfort food, vegetarian side, cauliflower casserole.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the leaves and cut the cauliflower into florets. Rinse well under cold water.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for about 5 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Place the cooked cauliflower florets in an ovenproof dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower, ensuring it is well covered.
Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy and cheesy baked cauliflower!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 4956 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.3 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2266 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2626 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
