Macaroni and Cauliflower Au Gratin |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A great side dish or main meal from the Junior League of Mobile Alabama... Ingredients:
4 ounces macaroni |
3 1/2 tablespoons butter, divided |
3 tablespoons flour |
1 1/2 teaspoons salt |
1/2 teaspoon paprika |
1 1/2 cups milk |
1 cup shredded american cheese |
1 1/2 cups chopped cauliflower |
1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Cook the macaroni in boiling water 10 minutes. Drain and rinse. Steam the cauliflower just until tender/crisp. 2. In a large saucepan melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour, salt and paprika. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until thickened. 3. Add cheese and cauliflower. Fold in macaroni. 4. Pour into a greased 2-qt casserole dish. Melt remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter and mix with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. 5. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 ° until lightly browned. |
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