Cauliflower Cheese Step 1 of 15
  1. 1
    Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 220°C.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Toss 1 kg cauliflower florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Spread the cauliflower on a large tray and roast for 20 minutes until slightly firm and colored.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Remove the tray from the oven and lower the oven temperature to 180°C.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Heat 240 ml milk and 240 ml cream until hot using a stove or microwave.

  6. 6
    Step 6

    Melt 60 g butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

  7. 7
    Step 7

    Add 3 1/2 tbsp flour to the butter and cook while stirring for 3 minutes to make a roux.

  8. 8
    Step 8

    Pour in half the milk mixture while stirring until dissolved and thickened.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Stir in the remaining milk mixture and cook for 1 minute until the sauce coats a spoon.

  10. 10
    Step 10

    Remove the pot from the heat and stir in 1/2 tsp cooking salt, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 115 g Red Leicester, and 85 g gruyère.

  11. 11
    Step 11

    Add the roasted cauliflower to the cheese sauce and toss to coat thoroughly.

  12. 12
    Step 12

    Transfer the mixture into a 2L baking dish.

  13. 13
    Step 13

    Top with the remaining 110 g Red Leicester and 85 g gruyère cheese.

  14. 14
    Step 14

    Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

  15. 15
    Step 15

    Let the dish stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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