Baked Cauliflower Cheese Gratin - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 3/4 lbs cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tbsp unsalted butter, chopped
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups sour cream
3/4 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
None None Pinch of smoked paprika, to serve

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F
Cook the cauliflower in a saucepan of boiling water for 5 mins, until just tender. Drain, then transfer to a shallow 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 min, until bubbling. Gradually pour in the milk, stirring until smooth. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 mins, until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in the sour cream and 1/2 of the cheese. Season.
Pour the cream sauce over the cauliflower. Sprinkle the top with breadcrumbs and the remaining cheese.
Bake for 15-20 mins, until golden and bubbly. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.