Gluten-Free Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Gluten-Free Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce—an effortlessly elegant side dish that's both comforting and family-friendly. This recipe combines tender cauliflower florets with a velvety, homemade cheese sauce seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and ground black pepper. Made with gluten-free all-purpose flour, it’s the perfect option for those with dietary restrictions, offering all the gooey goodness of a classic recipe without the gluten. With just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time, you’ll have a dish that’s ready to impress in under an hour. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, this dish is ideal as a quick side for dinner parties, or even as a satisfying entree for veggie lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cauliflower. Remove the outer leaves and the base of the stem, then cut the cauliflower into florets.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for about 8-10 minutes or until just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the gluten-free all-purpose flour, whisking constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth paste (roux).
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with ground black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Arrange the cooked cauliflower florets in a serving dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy and flavorful gluten-free cauliflower with cheese sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.5 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 4834 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 71.0 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1917 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 3285 mg | 70% | |
*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.
