Cauliflower Cheese – Cauliflower in cheese sauce.
Cauliflower Cheese is a classic British comfort food that features tender cauliflower florets smothered in a rich and cheesy sauce. The dish begins by parboiling pieces of cauliflower to the perfect softness before drowning them in a creamy cheese sauce made from butter, flour, milk, and a generous amount of cheddar cheese. Seasoned with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, the cauliflower is then baked to bubbly perfection, with a golden-brown cheese crust forming on top. It can be enjoyed as a main dish or as a side to complement a variety of mains and is a warming and satisfying meal, especially on chilly evenings.
Enjoy a taste of British comfort with this classic Cauliflower Cheese recipe. Elaine Lemm guides us through transforming a simple vegetable into a cozy, cheesy delight. Perfect as a side dish or a vegetarian main, this dish is sure to be a hit with its perfect balance of creamy sauce and golden-brown topping.
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 60g (approx. 4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 60g (approx. 1/2 cup) plain flour
- A pinch of salt
- 400ml cold milk
- A generous handful of grated cheese (such as mature cheddar), plus extra for topping
- Ground black pepper, to taste
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment: saucepan, whisk, oven-proof baking dish
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. Begin by cleaning and cutting your cauliflower into florets.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the flour and a good pinch of salt to the melted butter, and whisk until you have a smooth roux.
5. Gradually pour in the cold milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps and create a smooth sauce.
6. Once the sauce has thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in a good handful of grated cheese until it is well incorporated and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
7. Place the cauliflower florets into an oven-proof baking dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top.
8. Add another generous sprinkling of grated cheese on top of the sauce-coated cauliflower.
9. Season with black pepper and another pinch of salt.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and golden brown on top.
11. Serve warm as a delightful side or a comforting main dish.
Cooking Tips:
- Choose a mature or sharp cheddar for the best flavor.
- You can add a touch of mustard to your cheese sauce for an extra depth of flavor.
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Enjoy this scrumptious British Cauliflower Cheese recipe and head over to Elaine Lemm's YouTube channel for more culinary inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/@ElaineLemm
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