Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce

By Addie

MY NOTES: I like to add different cheeses besides the Cheddar to the mix for a better taste. Parmesan, for one. Mozzerella is another.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp. salt, divided
• 1 head cauliflower, broken into flowerets
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• Dash of pepper
• Dash of paprika (optional)
• 1 c. milk
• 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Bring 1 inch of water to a boil with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan; add cauliflower. Cover and cook 8-10 minutes, until crisp tender. Drain and keep warm.

Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat; add flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and paprika, if desired. Cook and stir 3 minutes or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add cheese and stir until melted.

Arrange cauliflower on platter and spoon cheeses sauce over top. Makes 6-8 servings.