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Cauliflower cheese

Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 50 g unsalted butter
  • 40 g plain flour
  • 500 ml semi-skimmed milk
  • ½ tbsp dijon mustard
  • 200 g extra mature cheddar cheese, grated
  • salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add the cauliflower and cook for 15mins, or until tender.  When cooked, drain and keep to one side.
  • Preheat the grill to high.
  • In a large saucepan melt the butter, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 mins.
  • Whisk in the milk slowly until you have a thick sauce, then add the mustard and half the grated cheese and whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cauliflower to an ovenproof dish and pour the sauce over until covered.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • Place under the grill for 5mins or until golden and bubbling.