How To Make Cauliflower Cheese | Classic British Recipes | Vegetarian Youtube

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor profile.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier, gluten-free option.

Cut the cauliflower into decent-sized florets.

Steam the cauliflower until about 80% cooked.

Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and steam until about 80% cooked.

Combine the cauliflower and potatoes in a deep oven-safe dish.

In a small saucepan, melt 50-60 grams of butter over low heat.

Add 3 tablespoons of plain wheat flour to the melted butter and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until it has a shortbread smell.

Gradually add 500 ml of full fat milk to the flour mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and a pinch or two of nutmeg.

Continue cooking the sauce on low heat for another 3-4 minutes until it thickens and is smooth.

Turn off the heat and mix in just under 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese until melted and combined.

Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower and potatoes in the baking dish.

Preheat the oven to maximum heat.

Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

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