Name: Lighter Cauliflower Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets; 1 cup low-fat milk; 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated; 2 tbsp whole wheat flour; 2 tbsp butter; 1/4 tsp nutmeg; Salt and pepper, to taste

Lighter Cauliflower Cheese Recipe

Babbie Kuhlman Modified: February 12, 2024

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How To Make Lighter Cauliflower Cheese

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
1 cup low-fat milk
1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated
2 tbsp whole wheat flour
2 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until they are tender but firm. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to cook until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the grated cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Place the cauliflower in a baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over it.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories : 210kcal
Total Fat : 9g
Saturated Fat : 6g
Cholesterol : 25mg
Sodium : 340mg
Total Carbohydrates : 21g
Dietary Fiber : 5g
Sugar : 8g
Protein : 14g

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