Cauliflower Puree With Bacon And Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 slices streaky bacon, diced
olive oil
1 medium cauliflower
2 1/3 cups milk
freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 ounce butter
3 ounces mature cheddar cheese, grated
salt and pepper

Preparation

Heat the oil in a pan and cook the bacon until crispy. Set aside.
Break the white cauliflower florets into pieces.
Place in a saucepan with the milk and bring to the boil. Cover and cook until the cauliflower for 20 minutes.
Carefully pour the cauliflower and milk into a blender and process to a smooth puree.
Season with freshly grated nutmeg, salt and pepper, and add the butter.
Place in a large serving dish, sprinkle over the cheese and top with the bacon.