Cauliflower baked with cheese
4 servings
35 minutes
Baked cauliflower with cheese is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that combines the tenderness of vegetables with the rich flavor of cheese sauce. The origins of the recipe date back centuries when French chefs experimented with combining simple ingredients to create elegant and aromatic dishes. The baked cauliflower develops a light crispy crust, while the creamy sauce enriched with parmesan and spices highlights its softness and adds depth to the flavor. This dish is perfect as a standalone treat or a side dish for meat, and its refined taste will delight even the most discerning gourmets. The cauliflower infused with the aromas of cinnamon and coriander reveals a new sound, making the traditional casserole surprisingly delicate.
1
Season the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices, and mix well. Spread them on a baking sheet with some space between each and bake in a preheated oven at 220 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
- Cauliflower: 1 kg
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Cinnamon: pinch
- Ground coriander: pinch
2
Melt cheese in a bowl, add flour, cook for 1 minute, gradually pour in milk and boil for 8 minutes, add grated parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Processed cheese: 50 g
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
- Milk: 600 ml
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 55 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Transfer the cabbage to a ceramic bowl, pour sauce over it, and bake in the oven for 5 minutes until a golden crust forms.
- Cauliflower: 1 kg