Delicious Cauliflower Casserole
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this "Delicious Cauliflower Casserole," a luscious blend of tender cauliflower florets smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and topped with a perfectly golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust. This easy-to-make casserole features three kinds of cheese—cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese—infused with warm spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for a flavorful twist. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it's an ideal side dish or hearty main course that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this baked cauliflower casserole delivers indulgence in every bite while sneaking in a healthy dose of veggies. Serve it hot and watch it disappear—it’s comfort made irresistibly cheesy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and blanch them in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the blanched cauliflower florets in the prepared baking dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the florets are coated.
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with olive oil and a pinch of paprika. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.7 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.7 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 477 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 5978 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 101.4 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 2617 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2792 mg | 59% | |
*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.
