Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into floweretes
  • SAUCE:
  • 4 tablespoon(s) butter (1/2 a stick)
  • 1/4 cup(s) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) pepper
  • 2 cup(s) milk
  • 1/2-1 tablespoon(s) regular or Dijon mustard, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated (6 oz. block)
  • TOPPING:
  • 1 cup(s) soft fresh bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon(s) fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) paprika
  • 2 tablespoon(s) melted butter
  • pinch(es) salt

Instruction

  • Boil or steam cauliflower in water until just tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Grease a 2-quart baking dish. Heat oven to 350°.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add flour. Stir until smooth and just bubbly.
  • Add salt, pepper, and milk. Cook the sauce, stirring, until thickened and bubbly.
  • Add the mustard and cheese and continue cooking, stirring, until cheese is melted.
  • Combine the cauliflower with sauce. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
  • Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over the cauliflower mixture.
  • Bake in the lower half of oven so the top doesn't over brown. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and topping is browned.