Cauliflower Baked in the Oven with Cheese
Description
This recipe won't take much time. This simple oven-baked cauliflower with cheese can work as either an appetizer or a side dish for a hot main. Soft and juicy, it literally melts in your mouth, and with an appetizing cheesy crust on top—it's pure indulgence.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage and rinse it thoroughly under running water.
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Step 2
2. Carefully separate into florets. If the cauliflower is large, you can cut them into 2-3 pieces. Bring water to a boil in a pot, add a little salt, and blanch the florets for a couple of minutes. This will help ensure that oven-baked cauliflower with cheese made at home turns out tender and juicy.
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Step 3
3. Another highlight of this dish is the sauce. You can come up with a different option, but in this case it will be Béchamel. In a pan, melt the butter and add the flour. Stirring constantly, cook it until golden.
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Step 4
4. Pour in the milk in a thin stream so that no lumps form. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, or any other spices to taste to the sauce.
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Step 5
5. Drain the boiled florets in a colander to remove excess liquid. Then transfer to an ovenproof dish and pour the sauce over the top.
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Step 6
6. Grate the hard cheese on a medium or large grater. Sprinkle on top so the cabbage is completely covered.
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Step 7
7. Here is a very simple recipe for cauliflower baked in the oven with cheese. After 15–20 minutes in a preheated oven, the dish will be ready.