1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
4 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Chopped fresh thyme, optional
1 Preheat oven to 375°. Place cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat. Bake 8 minutes. Stir; bake until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes longer.
2In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in next 6 ingredients and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth.
3Pour 3/4 cup cheese sauce into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with cauliflower and remaining cheese sauce. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and lightly browned, 30 to 35 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh thyme.
Prize Winning Recipe
Total Time
Prep: 25 Min. Bake: 45 Min.
This is a lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It's so creamy and delicious! If you like a bit of crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the
top for the last 5 minutes in the oven.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 196 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.