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Cheesy Cauliflower Bake

This Cheesy Cauliflower Bake is perfect for an indulgent side dish or a delightful vegetarian centerpiece for any occasion. Made with a rich, creamy cheese sauce and tender cauliflower, it offers wholesome and luxurious flavors for an unforgettable meal.
1
1 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
377
CALORIES
$1.51
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Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
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Ingredients
CHEESE SAUCE
8 SERVINGS
Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
divided
All Purpose Flour
3/4 cup all purpose flour
Grated Nutmeg
1/2 tsp grated nutmeg
freshly grated
Ground White Pepper
1/2 tsp ground white pepper
Unsalted Butter
4 3/8 g unsalted butter
Cayenne Pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Whole Milk
4 cups whole milk
Cauliflower
2 large cauliflower
Directions
START WITH
20 min
PREP TIME
1 hr
COOK TIME
1 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
CHEESE SAUCE
2
In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in all-purpose flour until a thick paste forms.
3
Slowly whisk in warmed whole milk until the mixture is smooth and silky.
4
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer while stirring, until it thickens and the flour is cooked.
5
Add cayenne pepper, freshly grated nutmeg, ground white pepper, and salt. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese.
FINISH WITH
6
Place the cauliflower into an oven-proof dish, then pour cheese sauce over it.
7
Cover the dish with greased aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 30-45 minutes, or until cauliflower is cooked to your desired tenderness.
8
Remove foil and sprinkle remaining 1 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese on top. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until cheese melts and becomes golden.
9
Allow the Cheesy Cauliflower Bake to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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Health Info
Macros
27g
CARBS
24g
FAT
14g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I properly cut the cauliflower for a bake?
Should I pre-cook my cauliflower before baking?
Which cheese is best to use for the sauce?
My Cauliflower Bake is watery, what went wrong?
How can I get a crispy topping?
Can I make Cauliflower Bake vegan?
Do I need to cover the bake with foil while cooking?
Can I add other vegetables to the Cauliflower Bake?
What can I do if the Cauliflower Bake lacks flavor?
Can I prepare Cauliflower Bake ahead of time?