Quick Creamed Cauliflower
Transform your favorite vegetable side dish with this *Quick Creamed Cauliflower* recipe—a decadent and comforting twist on a healthy classic. Tender cauliflower florets are coated in a velvety, homemade cream sauce made with butter, milk, and a touch of heavy cream, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. With the option to add freshly grated Parmesan for an extra layer of richness and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this dish is packed with flavor yet easy enough for busy weeknights. Ready in just 20 minutes, this creamy cauliflower masterpiece is perfect as a standalone vegetarian dish or paired alongside your favorite protein. Whether you're looking for a low-carb indulgence or a unique holiday side, this recipe combines simplicity and sophistication in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Add the cooked cauliflower florets to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and stir until melted and incorporated.
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.8 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.5 g | 258% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 261 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 2520 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1144 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1860 mg | 40% | |
*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.
