CHEESY CAULIFLOWER WITH PEAS

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I couldn't "sell" cauliflower to my daughters until I came up with this saucy casserole. Then they requested it. It appeals to kids' tastes, even with vegetables they don't usually eat.-Barbara Jaggers, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), broken into florets
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a covered saucepan, cook cauliflower in a small amount of water until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Drain the cauliflower. Add peas, mushrooms, 1 cup of cheese and cauliflower to the milk mixture; stir gently. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

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Douglas Kondor
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I always have a head of cauliflower in my fridge, so this is a great way to use it up.


Moussa hassane
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Debra Scott
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a winner. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables, and it's also a delicious and satisfying meal for adults.


Ahmed Almadani
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests. I love that I can make it ahead of time, and it's just as good when it's reheated.


babalola lateefat
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but this dish changed my mind. The cheese and peas really balance out the flavor of the cauliflower.


Joanie Hedrick
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bag of frozen peas in my freezer, so this is a great way to use them up.


Durotiwon Grace
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I love how versatile this dish is. I've made it with different vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Karl smoothie Jespersen
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This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


kogn mailliw
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


axel salas
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cheesy cauliflower and peas, and they didn't even realize they were eating healthy.


Fajr Shahzad
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Charles Muna
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This dish was a hit with my family! The cheesy cauliflower was creamy and flavorful, and the peas added a nice pop of color and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.