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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is the perfect dish to get your family eating their veggies. It's easy to make and everyone will want seconds!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 237 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a 9x13 baking dish with vegetable oil spray (or brush with melted butter).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets (and if you want, peel the stalk and chop).
  3. Rinse and add (while wet) to a large microwave-safe bowl and cover with a wet paper towel.
  4. Cook for 5 minutes then let sit for 5 minutes covered.
  5. In a large saucepan on medium heat and add 4 tablespoons butter until just melted.
  6. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute, until bubbly and the flour is no longer raw.
  7. Slowly add in milk while whisking constantly until smooth.
  8. Let cook until bubbly and thick, then add in the mozzarella, parmesan, and dried thyme, stirring well until completely melted.
  9. Stir in the cooked cauliflower and coat well.
  10. Pour mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
  11. In a small saucepan on medium-high add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the panko bread crumbs.
  12. Stir well until panko is well coated.
  13. Sprinkle panko over the cauliflower and bake for 30 minutes.

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Nutrition Information

Calories 237kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 45mg (15%) Sodium 579mg (24%) Potassium 344mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 507IU (10%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 254mg (25%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237

% Daily Value*

Calories 237kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 579mg 24%
Potassium 344mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 507IU 10%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 254mg 25%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.