Bloemkool (Cauliflower Netherlands - Style) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower (bloemkool)
1 cup water
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups milk
1/2 - 1 cup cheese, grated (optional)

Preparation

Clean and break cauliflower into flowerettes.
In a kettle, boil cauliflower in the water until tender.
While the cauliflower is cooking, melt butter in a medium saucepan, over low heat.
Whisk in flour, salt and nutmeg, making a smooth paste.
Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly to incorporate smoothly.
Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
Optional: grated cheese may be added at this point, stirring constantly to incorporate into a smooth sauce.
Drain and place cauliflower in a serving dish.
Pour white sauce, (cheese sauce) over cauliflower and serve.