Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBRAVO! Italian Restaurant & BarCauliflower & Cheese Recipe

Cauliflower & Cheese Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

A creamy blend of tender cauliflower and rich cheese, baked to golden perfection for a comforting side dish.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare Cauliflower

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the cauliflower florets. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make Cheese Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and add 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.

  3. 3

    Combine and Bake

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked cauliflower florets with the cheese sauce. Pour the mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cups of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve warm.

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