Cauliflower Cheese

A classic vegetarian comfort food featuring tender cauliflower florets baked in a creamy, mustard-infused cheddar cheese sauce.

Vegetarian Comfort Food Side Dish Cheese Baked

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

336.2

kcal / serving

1344.8 kcal total

Carbs

18.6g

per serving

74.5 g total

Fat

22.1g

per serving

88.5 g total

Protein

16.1g

per serving

64.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces

English Mustard

1 tsp

Dairy

Butter

400

Milk

100

Cheddar Cheese

mature, grated

GrainsCereals

Plain Flour

NutsSeeds

Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

Vegetables

piece

Cauliflower

medium head, broken into large florets

Method

Preheat the oven to 190°C.

Boil the cauliflower in salted water for 3 to 5 minutes until almost tender.

Drain the cauliflower thoroughly in a colander.

Melt butter in a pan and stir in the flour for 1 minute.

Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a boil while stirring.

Simmer the sauce for 2 minutes and remove from the heat.

Stir in the mustard and two thirds of the cheese.

Place cauliflower in a baking dish and cover with the sauce.

Top with the remaining cheese and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden.