Cauliflower, a versatile vegetable, takes center stage in this culinary delight known as "Two Cheese Cauliflower." This recipe offers a delectable blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating this cheesy, flavorful, and visually stunning dish. Discover the perfect combination of spices, herbs, and two types of cheese that elevate cauliflower to a whole new level of deliciousness. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will provide you with all the necessary instructions to prepare this mouthwatering dish that will surely impress your family and friends.
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TWO CHEESE POTATO & CAULIFLOWER SOUP
I found this recipe before I decided to follow a lower fat diet, so I often reduce the cheese amount and it works just as well. I've also combined it with the Weight Watchers Baked Potato Soup #261058 for a nice lower fat recipe. I use broth when doing the baked potato version. Also adding roasted garlic is quite tasty. Can do the potatoes peeled or unpeeled. The cauliflower can be fresh or frozen.
Provided by Chef Johnsonville
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 1 pot of soup, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter or olive oil in saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onions, cook and stir 4 minutes or until onions are transparent.
- Add garlic, cook and stir for 15 seconds.
- Add milk (or broth), potatoes, cauliflower, salt and red pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover tightly and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use a hand held blender or transfer to a regular blender in batches and process til smooth. Reduce to medium heat, heat until thoroughly heated. Remove from heat.
- Add cheeses into soup and stir until melted.
TWO CHEESE CAULIFLOWER
Thanks go to British chef Delia Smith for coming up with this cheesy cauliflower dish. It's real comfort food for me and pleases even the pickest vegetable eaters.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to its highest setting.
- Place the florets and a few of the inner leaves in a steamer with the pieces of bay leaf tucked amongst it.
- Pour in some boiling water from the kettle, sprinkle over some freshly grated nutmeg and salt, then cover and steam until tender.
- This should take about 12 minutes.
- After this time, test the thickest parts with a skewer to see if they are tender, then remove it to the baking dish and cover with a cloth to keep warm.
- Now pour 3 fl oz of the steaming water into a saucepan, add the crème fraîche and simmer.
- Whisk well until it has thickened very slightly, then add the cheeses.
- Heat this gently for about a minute, whisking, until the cheeses have melted.
- Season the sauce to taste and pour over the cauliflower.
- Scatter the spring onions and remaining parmesan over the dish, then sprinkle with the cayenne.
- Finally, place the dish under the hot grill until the cauliflower has browned and the sauce is bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 76.4, Sodium 551.7, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 22.4
Tips for Making Two-Cheese Cauliflower:
- Choose the right cauliflower. Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and white, with no brown spots.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets. Cut the cauliflower into 1-inch florets.
- Roast the cauliflower. Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast them in a 425°F oven for 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
- Make the cheese sauce. While the cauliflower is roasting, make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine the cauliflower and cheese sauce. Add the roasted cauliflower to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve. Serve the Two-Cheese Cauliflower immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
Conclusion:
Two-Cheese Cauliflower is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of protein and calcium. With its creamy cheese sauce and roasted cauliflower florets, Two-Cheese Cauliflower is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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