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Cauliflower Casserole

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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.

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User Reviews

 5 out of 5
My Family keeps asking I make this all the time, Member DrEdu

It is very simple, easy to make and incredibly tasteful . Just make sure you have some Italian or French bread about. Also, prepare more than what you would think: people repeat...and repeat...and repeat.

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