Roasted Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this heavenly Roasted Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce recipe. Perfectly caramelized, golden-brown cauliflower florets are roasted to tender perfection and drizzled with a velvety, homemade cheddar cheese sauce that's infused with hints of Dijon mustard, garlic, and a touch of paprika. This easy-to-make dish combines wholesome roasted veggies with a decadent, creamy topping, making it an irresistible side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Serve this cheesy roasted cauliflower for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer—you'll love how it transforms humble ingredients into an irresistible flavor-packed creation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Remove the outer leaves and core from the cauliflower, then cut it into bite-sized florets.
Place the florets on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, flipping the florets halfway through cooking.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to combine. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Lower the heat to medium-low, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and smooth.
Add Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Once the cauliflower is done roasting, transfer it to a serving dish and pour the warm cheese sauce generously over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 120.7 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 4613 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1805 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2658 mg | 57% | |
*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.
