Best 6 Creamed Cauliflower With Herbed Crumb Topping Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable creamed cauliflower dish, a vegetarian delight that tantalizes the taste buds. This culinary creation features tender cauliflower florets enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce, topped with a golden-brown herbed crumb topping that adds a delightful crunch. The symphony of textures and flavors in this dish is sure to leave you craving for more. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises a delightful and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMED CAULIFLOWER



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This recipe has been in my family for years. It's delicious and easy to make. Sprinkle with chopped chives for garnish if you like.

Provided by hillary625

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
3 cups milk
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup cold water
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Put cauliflower into a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover with water and bring to boiling. Cook cauliflower until just tender, about 10 minutes. Do not overcook or the final product will be mushy. Drain water. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the saucepan with the cauliflower. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring often to prevent milk from scalding, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until cornstarch has dissolved. Add to boiling milk-cauliflower mixture. Simmer until sauce starts to thicken, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 45.1 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 230.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

CREAMED BAKED CAULIFLOWER



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Creamed cauliflower has been a favorite at our table for generations. The crispy baked top gives this easy dish a very nice look and taste!

Provided by BUNKYDARL

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash salt
1 cup milk
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
5 tablespoons butter, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Mix in flour and bring to a boil. Add pepper and salt as mixture starts to thicken. Slowly add milk and stir; return to a boil and remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 6 minutes.
  • Transfer cauliflower to an ungreased baking dish. Pour sauce over cauliflower. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and lay butter slices over bread crumbs.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until golden brown on top and heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 565.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CAULIFLOWER WITH BUTTERED CRUMBS



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Our home economists offer this home-style way to add flavor and interest to steamed cauliflower. Serve this simple side dish with a variety of entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; stir in 3 tablespoons browned butter. , Drain cauliflower and place in a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining browned butter; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAMED CAULIFLOWER



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This is a Hungarian recipe from my mother. It's easy to make and flavorful.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets (about 7 cups)
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon butter
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower in a saucepan; add 1 in of water and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 6-7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , Grease the bottom and sides of a 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Add cauliflower. Pour cream over top. Dot with butter; sprinkle with remaining salt and bread crumbs., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until cauliflower is tender. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 552mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PASTA WITH PECORINO BREAD CRUMBS



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Equal parts cauliflower and pasta, this one-skillet dinner is a vegetable-forward version of macaroni and cheese. A whole head of cauliflower browns and caramelizes in a skillet before being simmered with heavy cream, pecorino cheese and a bit of lemon zest, breaking down into a special (and yes, decadent) sauce to coat the pasta shape of your choosing. For those looking to make it their own, this pasta could absolutely handle a bit of chopped bacon sautéed with the cauliflower, or handfuls of leafy greens tossed in at the end to wilt. Whatever you do, do not skip the bread crumbs - they are a not-so-stealthy vehicle for more cheese, and also add much-needed texture to the finished dish.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and black pepper
8 ounces rigatoni, ziti or campanelle
6 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup fresh coarse or panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely grated pecorino cheese, plus more for serving
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), outer leaves and stem removed, sliced about 1/2-inch thick (it's O.K. if it crumbles)
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus more for serving
1/2 cup finely chopped chives
Red-pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pasta pot filled with salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente; drain and reserve about 1 cup of the cooking water.
  • Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they're evenly toasted and golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Add 1/4 cup pecorino and toss to coat, letting the cheese melt and clump among the bread crumbs (think granola-like clusters). Remove from heat and transfer to a small bowl or plate; set aside.
  • Wipe out the skillet and heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add shallot and cauliflower and season with salt and plenty of black pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the cauliflower has completely softened and both the cauliflower and shallots are beginning to caramelize and brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Add heavy cream and 1 tablespoon lemon zest and bring to a simmer, then let the cream reduce and thicken, 2 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and plenty of pepper; if pasta is still cooking, remove from heat and set aside until pasta is ready.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat and add the pasta to the cauliflower, along with the remaining 1/4 cup pecorino and 3/4 cup of the pasta water. Cook, tossing to coat the pasta and thicken the sauce until it's thick and glossy, and almost resembles macaroni and cheese, adding more pasta water by the tablespoon as needed, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Divide pasta among bowls and top with pecorino bread crumbs, chives, more lemon zest, red-pepper flakes (if using) and more cheese if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 775, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 976 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

CREAMED CAULIFLOWER WITH HERBED CRUMB TOPPING.



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Categories     Side

Yield 10 1 1/4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Cup of Potato Bread rolls, cut into cubes
10 Cup of coarsely chopped cauliflower florets (about 2 heads)
4 Tbsp butter, divided
6 Garlic cloves, minced and divided
1/2 Cup All purpose flour
3 1/2 Cups of skim milk
1 Tsp salt, divided
1 Cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
1/4 Tsp fresh ground pepper
Cooking spray
2 Tsp chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 400 degrees Place potato bread cubes into food processor and process until fine breadcrumbs. Cook cauliflower in boiling water 15 minutes until tender, drain. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 3 garlic cloves, cook about 7 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup, level with a knife. Combine flour and milk, stirring with a whisk, add to pan. Bring to a simmer, cook 2 minutes or until thick, stirring constantly. Stir in 3/4 Tsp salt, cheese and pepper. Remove from heat, stir in cauliflower. Spoon cauliflower mixture into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Melt remaining 1 Tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add remaining 3 garlic cloves, cook 30 seconds or until lightly brown, sitting constantly. Remove from heat. combine breadcrumbs, remaining 1/4 Tsp salt, thyme. Drizzle with garlic butter mixture, toss to combine. Sprinkle breadcrumbs mixture evenly over cauliflower mixture. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until buddy and browned.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Use a head of cauliflower that is fresh and firm, with no signs of bruising or wilting. A good way to tell if a cauliflower is fresh is to look for one with tightly closed florets.
  • Trim the cauliflower correctly: When trimming the cauliflower, be sure to remove all of the leaves and the tough outer core. Cut the cauliflower into florets that are about 1-2 inches in size.
  • Steam the cauliflower until tender: Steaming is the best way to cook cauliflower for this recipe because it helps to preserve the cauliflower's nutrients and flavor. Steam the cauliflower for 8-10 minutes, or until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Make sure the cream sauce is thick enough: The cream sauce should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower florets. If the sauce is too thin, it will not adhere to the cauliflower and will make the dish watery. To thicken the sauce, you can add a small amount of cornstarch or flour.
  • Use fresh herbs for the crumb topping: Fresh herbs will add a lot of flavor to the crumb topping. Use a variety of herbs, such as parsley, thyme, and rosemary. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but they will not be as flavorful.

Conclusion:

Creamed cauliflower with herbed crumb topping is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The cauliflower is tender and flavorful, and the creamy sauce and herbed crumb topping add a lot of richness and flavor. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your family.

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