Baked Cauliflower in Cheese Sauce

By Harleygirl

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower (large)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 6 tablespoons flour
• 1 pinch hot red pepper flakes
• 2 cups milk
• 1-2 cup cheese, grated (I like cheddar or marble)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• salt and pepper (optional)

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut cauliflower into bite size pieces and steam until just tender.
2. While it is steaming, melt the butter and add the red pepper flakes and garlic powder (if using).
3. Add the flour and mix until smooth and thickened.
4. Mix in the milk a bit at a time stirring each time until smooth.
5. Cook, stirring constantly, over a medium heat until thick and creamy (this takes awhile).
6. Add 1 cup cheese cheese and stir until melted.
7. Remove sauce from heat and salt and pepper the sauce to taste.
8. Spread the cauliflower in a 9 x 13 pan (or casserole dish).
9. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cauliflower and then sprinkle with 1 cup cheese (if desired).
10. Bake at 350 F until cheese is melted.