Best 5 Roasted Cauliflower With Cheese Sauce Recipes

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**Roasted Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce: A Delightful and Versatile Dish**

For a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian main course or side dish that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce. This versatile dish is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. In this article, we'll provide you with three unique recipes for roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce, each offering its own distinct twist on this classic combination. From a simple and creamy sauce to a tangy and flavorful variation, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE



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This roasted cauliflower with cheese recipe is a twist on traditional roasted cauliflower given to me (reluctantly!) by my neighbor, and it's delicious! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Provided by henderdeb

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 white onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
¼ cup grated Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine cauliflower, onion, and garlic in a bowl. Add olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Cheddar cheese and stir to coat. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 35 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 165.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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Using Gruyere cheese makes this sauce a little richer and it blends well with cauliflower.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Bechamel Sauce
2 cups shredded Gruyere or Fontina cheese or crumbled fresh goat cheese
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Let bechamel sauce cool 10 minutes, then whisk in cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne. Cover cheese sauce and keep warm.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss cauliflower, with extra-virgin olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Roast until tender but not mushy, 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Serve cauliflower topped with cheese sauce.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND PEAS WITH CHUTNEY CHEESE SAUCE



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pound head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup unsalted butter ( 1/2 stick)
1/4 cup flour
3 cups whole milk
1 pound aged white cheddar cheese, grated
1/3 cup mango chutney
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooked white rice, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss cauliflower with oil, salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast until almost tender and browning around the edges, about 30 minutes. Add peas to pan and stir to combine. Roast until peas are heated through, about 5 minutes more.
  • About halfway through cauliflower cooking time, prepare cheese sauce: Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and cook, stirring, until mixture is pale golden, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, slowly add milk until fully incorporated. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk in cheese, a little at a time (adding too much at once can cause sauce to break and become grainy), until smooth. Stir in chutney, dry mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Serve vegetables and sauce over rice; garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 927, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 34 grams, Sodium 1301 milligrams, Sugar 31 grams, TransFat 2 grams

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

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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Roasting the cauliflower first with olive oil, salt and pepper, then topping it with a wonderful gruyere cheese sauce gives this side dish wonderful flavor. Delicious!

Provided by Marie

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • In a large bowl, toss together cauliflower florets, olive oil and salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes or until tender.
  • Near the end of roasting time, in medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour until blended and slightly browned.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  • Add salt and pepper and simmer for 3 minutes, whisking occasionally.
  • Remove pan from heat and whisk in cheese until melted and well blended.
  • Place cauliflower on serving platter and spoon sauce on top.
  • Sprinkle with parsley for garnish.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and has tightly packed florets. Avoid heads that have any brown or yellow spots.
  • Roast the cauliflower at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the florets and give them a slightly crispy texture. Aim for a temperature of 425 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
  • Use a good quality cheese sauce: The cheese sauce is what really makes this dish special, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. I recommend using a sharp cheddar cheese or a Gruyère cheese.
  • Serve the cauliflower immediately: Roasted cauliflower is best served immediately after it is cooked. The cheese sauce will start to thicken as it cools, so if you wait too long to serve it, the cauliflower will become soggy.

Conclusion:

Roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables, and it's also a popular dish at potlucks and parties. So next time you're looking for a simple but impressive side dish, give roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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