Cheesy Cauliflower Bake

Cheesy Cauliflower Bake is a creamy indulgent vegetarian dish that's perfect for gatherings and appeals to all, even picky eaters.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower

1 large head Cauliflower Cut into florets
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used

For the Cheese Sauce

2 tablespoons Butter For the roux
2 tablespoons Flour All-purpose, or gluten-free
1 cup Cream or Milk Non-dairy milk for vegan
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Or provolone
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Any cheese blend
1 teaspoon Mustard Optional

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Chives Chopped, or green onions

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Saucepan
Whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cut cauliflower into florets, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and rosemary. Roast for 10 minutes.
Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to create a roux for 1-2 minutes.
Slowly add cream or milk to the roux, whisk to thicken for 3-5 minutes.
Stir in mozzarella and cheddar until melted; add mustard if desired.
Combine roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce; bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
Broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is golden.
Garnish with chives and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish can be prepped ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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