This cauliflower casserole is a wonderful side dish to any family dinner and fancy enough for a holiday meal.
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup buttered bread crumbs or French fried onion crumbs
Preparation:
Trim cauliflower and separate into flowerets. In a saucepan combine cauliflower with peppers and onion; cover with water and salt. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender
In another saucepan; melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour and stir until smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Pour sauce over cauliflower and transfer to a lightly buttered 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Top with buttered bread crumbs or French fried onions. Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese the last 5 minutes of baking time.
Serves 4.
More Cauliflower Recipes
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Quick Cream of Cauliflower Soup
Cauliflower and Cheese Soup, Slow Cooker
Cauliflower, Potato, and Cheddar Soup
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