CHEESY CAULIFLOWER WITH CRUNCHY PANKO CRUMBS, MADE LITE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Foodiewife
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets, rinse and drain. Microwave in a bowl, with about 1" of water, covered in plastic for 3-5 minutes (depending on your microwave power). Remove the plastic wrap and set aside-- you want the cauliflowers to be slightly crunchy. For the sauce: Melt the butter and olive oil on medium heat. Whisk the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until it becomes very thick. Add the milk and continue whisking-- the sauce should still be very thick. Add the minced garlic. Add the chicken stock, a little at a time, until the sauce is has thinned out enough to be "pourable". Reduce the heat to low and add the grated cheese, stirring until it is completely melted. Add the thyme, then season, carefully, with salt & pepper, mustard and cayenne pepper(if desired). Give the sauce one final taste, and adjust the final seasonings to your preference. For the topping: In a small bowl, drizzle enough olive oil to slightly moisten the panko crumbs (regular bread crumbs are okay, but panko crumbs are much crunchier, and combine with a fork. Set aside. You can also add some additional thyme to the topping if you love that herb! Assembly: Pour the cauliflower into a casserole dish (or individual ramekins). Carefully pour and distribute the cheese sauce, evenly. Sprinkle the panko crumbs on top. Bake at 350°F for about 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden and bubbly. You can broil the topping for 1 minute (keep an eye on it) if desired. By using low-fat milk, healthier olive oil and less butter, and reduced-fat cheese, this otherwise very high caloric dish is equally flavorful and we loved this dish!
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Eyas Awad
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I'm not sure what went wrong with the previous commenter's recipe.
Hector Ramirez
[email protected]I made this recipe and it was a disaster. The cauliflower was mushy and the panko crumbs were soggy.
Jody Melville
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cauliflower is so flavorful and the panko crumbs add a nice crunch.
Mustafa Jamal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The cheesy panko crumbs make it so delicious.
Ella Jolly
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I always have some leftover cauliflower from other recipes, and this is a great way to use it up.
MinMin
[email protected]I love the cheesy cauliflower with crunchy panko crumbs. It's a perfect side dish for any meal.
Kakuru Asaph
[email protected]This recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of cheese and vegetables, and it's always delicious.
Mayanja Rodgers
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Victoria Perry
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.
Boogie Brown
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They love the cheesy panko crumbs.
Yonela Nellar
[email protected]This was so easy to make and so delicious! I used a bag of frozen cauliflower florets and it turned out great.
Aasiya Aadan
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the cheesy cauliflower and the panko crumbs added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Malik Mudsir
[email protected]This recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy cauliflower. The cauliflower is roasted until tender and slightly charred, and then topped with a cheesy panko crumb mixture. The result is a dish that is both satisfying and addictive.