A Creamy, Cheesy Delight Perfect for Any Meal
This Cauliflower with Cheese baked in the oven is the ultimate side dish or vegetarian main. It combines tender cauliflower with a rich, velvety cheese sauce, all baked to golden perfection. Easy to prepare yet indulgently delicious, it’s a dish that everyone at the table will adore.
Ingredients
For the Cauliflower:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480ml) whole milk, warmed
- 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
- ½ cup (50g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (25g) breadcrumbs (optional, for a crispy top)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted (if using breadcrumbs)