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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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THIS WAS MOTHER'S favorite vegetable dish for Thanksgiving dinner because it was so showy. The huge head of cauliflower was presented whole, covered with cheese sauce. The green beans surrounding it gave the dish a bright, festive look. Ingredients:
1 medium head cauliflower (about 1-1/2 pounds) |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 cup milk |
shredded cheddar cheese |
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted |
paprika |
cooked green beans, optional |
Directions:
1. Trim leaves from cauliflower, leaving 1 in. of stem for support. Place in Dutch oven; add hot water that covers stem but does not touch head. Cover and steam until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan; blend in flour and salt. Add milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute longer. To serve, cut off stem and place cauliflower in a serving dish. Spoon the sauce over and sprinkle with cheese, almonds and paprika. Accompany with green beans if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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