Ingredients

8 cups cauliflower florets (1 head)

2 tbl olive oil

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp pepper

2 tbl butter

2 tbl flour

1 1/2 cups milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 tsp salt

1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss florets in oil on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt & 1/4 tsp pepper. Roast until fork-tender & lightly browned, 25 minutes. Remove pan from oven. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.

  2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in flow & cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, 2-4 minutes. Whisk in cream & cook for 5 minutes.

  3. Remove from heat & stir in 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper & all but 2 tbl of cheese. Stir over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.

  4. Place cauliflower in an 8X8 inch glass baking dish or 4 10 oz ramekins. Pour cheese sauce on top. Sprinkle with 2 tbl cheese. Bake until sauce is bubbly, 20-25 minutes.