Cauliflower cheese
Golden cauliflower cheese baked until bubbling, with tender cauliflower coated in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and topped with a crisp, browned layer for classic comfort.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Oven proof dish
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.