Cauliflower and Cheese Casserole Recipe

Name: Cauliflower and Cheese Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds, cut into florets; 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups milk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) cheddar cheese, mild or sharp; 1 cup soft fresh breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, optional; 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

A simple cauliflower and cheese casserole featuring a rich Cheddar sauce and a buttery breadcrumb topping makes a delightful side.

⭐ 4.1 (81 reviews) Prep: 15 minCook: 35 minTotal: 50 minYields: 6 servings

Category Tags:

Side Dish Dinner

Cuisine Tags:

Southern

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 F and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
Boil or steam the cauliflower until just tender, then drain thoroughly.
In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat, then stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
Stir in the mustard and cheese until the cheese is melted.
Fold the drained cauliflower into the cheese sauce and spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Combine the breadcrumbs with parsley, paprika, and 2 tablespoons melted butter, then sprinkle over the casserole.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 375 kcal

Carbohydrate: 28 g

Cholesterol: 63 mg

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 15 g

Saturated Fat: 13 g

Sodium: 709 mg

Sugar: 8 g

Fat: 23 g

Unsaturated Fat: 0 g