Creamed Cauliflower

Creamed Cauliflower
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    24

Elevate your side dish game with this luxuriously Creamed Cauliflower, a comforting classic reimagined. Tender cauliflower florets are enveloped in a velvety, subtly seasoned cream sauce, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that's simply irresistible.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    18 g
  • Cholesterol
    45 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    231 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
10 mins

In a large saucepan, place the cauliflower florets. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the cauliflower is just tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. Be careful not to overcook; the florets should retain a slight bite. Drain well and return the cauliflower to the saucepan. (Time: 10 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Add the milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the saucepan with the drained cauliflower. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the milk from scorching. (Time: 5 minutes)

03

Step
1 mins

In a small bowl, whisk together the cold water and cornstarch until the cornstarch is completely dissolved, forming a smooth slurry. (Time: 1 minute)

04

Step
5 mins

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering milk-cauliflower mixture, stirring constantly. Continue to simmer for approximately 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. (Time: 5 minutes)

05

Step
1 mins

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If desired, stir in the chopped fresh chives. Serve hot as a comforting and flavorful side dish. (Time: 1 minute)

For a richer flavor, consider using heavy cream or half-and-half instead of milk.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce for warmth.
A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds a delightful savory note.
To prevent scorching, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan and stir frequently, especially as the sauce thickens.
For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend a portion of the cauliflower mixture before serving.

Heath Mayer

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Billy Parker

    This recipe is a game-changer! My family, who usually turns their noses up at cauliflower, devoured it!

  • Roselyn Johnston

    So easy to make, and the results are restaurant-quality. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Otilia Weber

    The tip about adding nutmeg was genius. It added such a lovely warmth to the dish.

  • Aiyana Mosciski

    I used almond milk to make it dairy-free, and it was still delicious!

  • Brandon Zulauf

    I found that using a whisk while adding the cornstarch slurry helped to prevent any lumps from forming.

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