Best 9 Cauliflower With Cheddar Cheese Sauce Recipes

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**Savory and Comforting Cauliflower with Cheddar Cheese Sauce: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**

Discover a symphony of flavors with our delectable cauliflower with cheddar cheese sauce. This dish combines the earthy goodness of roasted cauliflower with a velvety smooth and rich cheddar cheese sauce, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party, this versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Join us on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this irresistible dish and explore additional recipe variations that will tantalize your taste buds.

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CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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This is an easy recipe for cauliflower cheese but it's pretty versatile. You can use the cheese sauce with any vegetables you have handy. I often put a layer of cooked kale or broccoli on the bottom, then arrange the cooked cauliflower florets on top. You can change the flavor of the sauce by adding different cheeses you might have in your fridge. It takes a bit of elbow work to make the sauce but it's worth it. This is delicious served with roast beef or lamb.

Provided by Ita

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 48m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups 1% milk
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 ounces mature Cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place cauliflower in a large pot and pour in enough water to cover; bring to a boil and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add flour and mix using a whisk or wooden spoon until smooth and mixture pulls away from the side of the saucepan, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in milk, a little at a time, and whisk continuously until sauce is thickened but still pourable, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese into sauce until melted; season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over all of the cauliflower. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 349.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BAKED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE



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This cheesy cauliflower bake makes a great side dish that reheats well.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds cauliflower
1 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon dry yellow mustard
8 ounces Cheddar cheese (divided use)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cut the cauliflower into large bite-size pieces.
  • Cook the cauliflower in a large pot of salted water. The cauliflower should be tender, but firm. The cooking time is approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
  • While the cauliflower is cooking, start the cheese sauce.
  • Melt two tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan.
  • When the butter has melted completely, add the flour and stir to combine.
  • Cook the flour for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Slowly begin to add milk, whisking constantly. With each addition of milk the sauce should thicken.
  • Add the dry yellow mustard and stir to combine.
  • Add 4 ounces of cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Place the cooked cauliflower into a large casserole dish.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 4 ounces of cheese over the cauliflower.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until the cheese is slightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 743 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEDDAR CHEESE-STUFFED CAULIFLOWER



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt
1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
One 8-ounce block white Cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch logs (about 20 pieces)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Sprinkle generously with salt. Trim the base of the cauliflower so the stem is flat to the head but without cutting off any florets. Blanch the cauliflower until just beginning to soften, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a plate to cool slightly.
  • In a small skillet, heat the butter until melted. Add the breadcrumbs and 1/2 teaspoon salt and toast until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Set aside to cool completely. Stir in the Parmesan and basil.
  • Gently begin to create space in between the florets and stuff each space with a log of Cheddar. Continue until all the pieces of cheese are used. Press the toasted breadcrumbs on top of the cauliflower. Place in a small baking dish and bake until the cauliflower is tender all the way through and the breadcrumbs are golden, about 20 minutes.

CHEESE SAUCE OVER CAULIFLOWER



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The cheese sauce makes cauliflower hard to resist...even for picky eaters! I like to serve this vegetable dish at holidays and also for lunch along with pork sausage links, croissants and a green salad. -Ruby Zein, Monona, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large head cauliflower
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 cups milk
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Paprika
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water, cauliflower and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-15 minutes or until cauliflower is crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and thyme until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheese, stirring until melted., Drain and pat cauliflower dry; place on a serving platter. Top with cheese sauce; sprinkle with paprika and parsley. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 890mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

EASY CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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This easy cauliflower with cheese sauce recipe is a great side dish for a weeknight meal, and may have picky eaters enjoying their veggies.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish

Time 16m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large head of cauliflower
1 tablespoon butter
1 level tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch nutmeg
3/4 to 1 cup milk (or half-and-half)
1 cup/4 ounces cheddar cheese (or a cheddar Jack blend, shredded)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Garnish with a sprinkling of paprika and chopped parsley, if desired. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize Makes 4 to 6 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER



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This cheesy cauliflower side dish had long been a family favorite. It always makes a pretty presentation on our holiday table.-Karen Jean Johann, Kewaskum, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/4 cup water
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons minced chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place the cauliflower and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4-1/2 minutes; stir. Cook 4-6 minutes longer or until tender. Drain. , Combine sour cream, chives, salt and pepper; spoon over the cauliflower. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CAULIFLOWER IN CHEESE SAUCE



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Posted for ZWT-6, this recipe comes from the Usborne Children's World Cookbook that gramma gave my son when he was first learning to cook. Any strong-flavored cheese will work in this recipe, such as cheddar, but if you are looking for an authentic Dutch flavor, choose either Edam or Gouda. The servings, cook & prep time are estimates.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cheese, grated
1 head cauliflower
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 pinch nutmeg, fresh grated if possible

Steps:

  • Remove the leaves from the cauliflower, rinse it well and then cut out the core. Cut the rest into four pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and then add the cauliflower. Cook for 5-6 minutes, or until tender. Drain and put it into an ovenproof casserole dish.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan, over low heat.
  • Add the flour and stir with a wooden spoon to make a smooth paste.
  • Cook the mixture gently for a minute, then take the pan off the heat.
  • Stir in the milk, a little at a time.
  • Return the pan to the heat and let it cook on low for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir most of the grated cheese into the saucepan to melt. Season it with pinches of the salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • When the sauce has melted, pour over the cauliflower and sprinkle the reserved cheese on top.
  • Place under the broiler for a few minutes and until the top starts to bubble and brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.2, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 42, Sodium 426.6, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 10.9

CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE



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A delicious quick meal with a delicious cheddar cheese sauce poured over the top of the cauliflower - make plenty as everyone wants more.

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cauliflower, Large
7 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon mustard powder, English
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 egg
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the cauliflower into florets about the same size and simmer until just cooked.
  • Grate the cheese, beat the egg, put the milk and mustard into a small saucepan.
  • mix the cornflour together with a small amount of extra milk and add to the saucepan along with the grated cheese.
  • heat slowly, stirring constantly and when it comes to the boil add the beaten egg and stir briskly.
  • Pour the cheddar cheese sauce over the cauliflower and serve immediately.
  • A sprinkle of chilli seems to bring out a bit more flavour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.2, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 23.3, Cholesterol 205.9, Sodium 771.4, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 6.3, Protein 35.8

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEDDAR



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This side goes well with grilled steak, meatloaf, lamb chops, or roasted lamb.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower, cut into medium florets
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup grated cheddar (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed bakingsheet, toss cauliflower with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 20minutes, tossing halfway through. Pushcauliflower to center of sheet and top with grated cheddar. Return to oven and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy cauliflower, roast it in a single layer on a baking sheet. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the cauliflower will steam instead of roast.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the cauliflower by hand. Just be sure to grate it finely, so that it will blend smoothly with the cheese sauce.
  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese for the sauce. A sharp cheddar will give the sauce a more flavorful taste.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, add more cornstarch or flour. If you want a thinner sauce, add more milk or cream.
  • Serve the cauliflower with cheddar cheese sauce immediately, while it's still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower with cheddar cheese sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables, and it's also a popular dish at potlucks and parties. So next time you're looking for a simple but flavorful side dish, give cauliflower with cheddar cheese sauce a try.

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