Cauliflower with cheese
Discover a delicious Cauliflower with Cheese recipe featuring tender cauliflower florets, savory grated parmesan, and creamy cheddar. A quick and easy dish perfect for a comforting side or a light meal. Ready in just minutes, this flavorful blend is sure to become a family favorite!
Cook time 105 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
1 cauliflower1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup cheddar cheese
Cauliflower with cheese is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines the wholesome goodness of cauliflower with the rich, savory flavors of parmesan and cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting side dish or a simple main course, this recipe is sure to please both vegetarians and cheese lovers alike. In just a few steps, you can transform a humble cauliflower into a cheesy, crave-worthy dish.
Instructions:
- Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower, and then cut it into florets. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and drain.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Be careful not to overcook; the cauliflower should be tender but still hold its shape.
- Drain the cauliflower and set aside.
While the cauliflower is cooking, you can grate the Parmesan and cheddar cheese if not already grated. Set aside.
- Place the drained cauliflower into an oven-safe baking dish.
- Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the cauliflower.
- Follow with the grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring it's spread evenly on top.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Once the oven is heated, place the baking dish in the oven.
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and begins to turn golden brown.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tips:
- Choose fresh cauliflower: Select a firm, white cauliflower head with no brown spots or blemishes for the best results.
- Grate your own cheese: Using freshly grated cheese melts better and offers a more intense flavor compared to pre-grated varieties.
- Steam or blanch the cauliflower: Cooking the cauliflower briefly before adding the cheese helps retain its crunch while ensuring it's tender enough to absorb the cheesy goodness.
- Combine cheeses for depth: Using a mix of parmesan and cheddar cheese creates a more complex flavor profile that enhances the dish.
- Broil for a crispy crust: Place the cauliflower under the broiler for a few minutes after adding the cheese to achieve a bubbly and golden-brown crust.
Cooking cauliflower with cheese is a straightforward process that results in a delicious, cheesy, and nutritious dish. Whether you are looking for a quick side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, this recipe is sure to impress. By following these easy steps, you'll create a meal that is both scrumptious and full of flavor, guaranteed to become a favorite in your household.
Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 54kcal
Protein 3.86g
Carbohydrates 6g
Fiber 2.25g
Sugar 2.16g
Fat 2.42g
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