Deluxe cauliflower cheese

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Deluxe Cauliflower Cheese. This rich dish combines tender cauliflower, a velvety cheese sauce made with cheddar, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. Enhanced with garlic, bay leaf, and crispy prosciutto, it's a comforting, flavorsome treat perfect for any meal. Simple ingredients, gourmet taste!

  • 29 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 30 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Deluxe cauliflower cheese

Deluxe Cauliflower Cheese is a delightful and creamy dish that combines the flavors of tender cauliflower, rich cheese sauce, savory prosciutto, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This recipe elevates a simple classic, turning it into a luxurious and satisfying meal or side dish. Perfect for any occasion, it's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

1.50 cups milk (1% fat)
360g
2 garlic cloves
6g
1 bay leaf
0.60g
1 cauliflower
900g
1/4 cup butter
54g
2 tbsp all-purpose white wheat flour
30g
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
50g
1/2 cup bread crumbs
44g
3 slices prosciutto
50g
1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Infuse Milk:
In a small saucepan, combine the milk, garlic cloves, and bay leaf. Heat over medium-low heat until the milk is steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 15 minutes. Once done, strain to remove the garlic and bay leaf.
3. Prepare Cauliflower:
While the milk is steeping, cut the cauliflower into florets. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the cauliflower, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.
4. Make the Roux:
In another saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 2-3 minutes to form a roux. You should cook it until it starts to turn light golden brown.
5. Create Cheese Sauce:
Gradually add the steeped milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Combine Cauliflower and Cheese Sauce:
Coat a baking dish lightly with cooking spray. Place the cooked cauliflower florets into the dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the cauliflower is well-coated.
7. Add Toppings:
Tear the prosciutto slices into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the top of the cauliflower and cheese sauce. Follow by evenly distributing the bread crumbs on top.
8. Bake:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
9. Serve:
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Deluxe Cauliflower Cheese hot!

Tips:

- For a smooth cheese sauce, ensure you whisk the milk into the butter and flour mixture gradually.

- Steam or boil the cauliflower until tender but not mushy to retain some texture in the final dish.

- If you prefer a stronger cheese flavor, feel free to add more cheddar or substitute with a matured variety.

- For a crispy topping, make sure to evenly distribute the bread crumbs and prosciutto over the cheese sauce before baking.

- Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting qualities and flavor.

Your Deluxe Cauliflower Cheese is now ready to serve! The combination of creamy cheese, crispy prosciutto, and tender cauliflower makes for a truly indulgent dish. Whether you serve it as a side or enjoy it as a main course, this recipe is bound to impress. Enjoy your deliciously upgraded comfort food!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size250 grams
Energy
Calories 230kcal11%
Protein
Protein 10g7%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 20g6%
Fiber 3.51g9%
Sugar 6g6%
Fat
Fat 12g14%
Saturated 6g21%
Cholesterol 33mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 130ug15%
Choline 80mg15%
Vitamin B1 0.20mg17%
Vitamin B2 0.24mg19%
Vitamin B3 1.42mg9%
Vitamin B6 0.37mg22%
Vitamin B9 100ug25%
Vitamin B12 0.48ug20%
Vitamin C 70mg80%
Vitamin E 0.20mg1%
Vitamin K 24ug21%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 190mg14%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg11%
Iron, Fe 1.09mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 36mg9%
Phosphorus, P 190mg15%
Potassium, K 600mg18%
Selenium, Se 8ug14%
Sodium, Na 180mg12%
Zinc, Zn 1.15mg10%
Water
Water 200g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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