Cauliflower au Gratin

By JJCR

Ingredients

• 1 medium size head cauliflower
• 2 tbsp. melted butter
• 2 tbsp. flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. white pepper
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped cooked ham
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Preparation

Step 1

Wash cauliflower, and break into flowerets. Cook, covered, in a small amount of boiling salted water about 10 minutes or until done; drain. Place in a 2-quart casserole; keep warm.
Combine 2 tbps. butter and flour; cook over low heat until bubbly. Gradually add milk; cook, stirring, until smooth and thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Add cheese, stirring until melted; add ham. Spoon sauce over cauliflower.
Saute breadcrumbs in 1/4 cup butter until golden; spoon over sauce.
Yield: 4 servings.

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