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cauliflower cheese in a baking dish and small bowl

Cauliflower Cheese

Diana
Step up your comfort food game with British cauliflower cheese. This cheesy casserole with a crunchy topping will quickly become a family favorite.
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Servings 6 servings
Calories 295
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Course Cauliflower
Cuisine British
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 teaspoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 tablespoons panko crumbs
  • 1 large head, about 680 grams cauliflower (broken into florets)

For the Sauce

  • 2 cups whole milk, 454 grams
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon , or English mustard, optional
  • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Pan and Topping: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and butter a 1 1/2-quart baking dish with 1 teaspoon of butter. Melt the remaining 2 teaspoons of butter and toss with the panko crumbs. Set aside.
    Buttered baking dish
  • Boil the Cauliflower: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower. Boil for 5 minutes. Drain well and transfer it to the prepared baking dish.
    cauliflower cheese prep
  • Make the Sauce: Melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in the same pot or a medium saucepan. When the butter sizzles, add the flour. Cook, whisking constantly, for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk and mustard (if using), and continue cooking, whisking constantly, until thickened. Add 1 cup (about 4 ounces) of the shredded cheese and cook until thickened and the cheese has melted. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
    sauce for cauliflower cheese
  • Finish the Dish: Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower florets and top with the remaining cheese. Sprinkle with the buttered panko crumbs.
    cauliflower cheese prep
  • Bake: Bake the cauliflower cheese for 15 to 18 minutes or until bubbling and browned.
    Baked British cauliflower cheese
  • Serve: Serve as a side dish. Enjoy!
    Serving cauliflower cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 11gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 718IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 316mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword british food, cauliflower casserole, cauliflower cheese
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