Cauliflower With Lemon Mayonnaise-Cheddar Crust - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower (about 1 1/2 lb)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground white pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Steam the whole head of cauliflower for 15 minutes, until barely done; cool slightly.
Place whole head of cauliflower in baking dish.
Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, mustard, pepper, and tarragon.
Spread mayonnaise mixture over cauliflower.
Pat cheese onto mayonnaise-coated head of cauliflower and bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Cool for a few minutes to let the cheese set, then slice into 6 wedges and serve.