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Cheesy Cauliflower #SundaySupper

June 11, 2017 by [email protected] 9 Comments

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Looking for a simple side dish that your kids will love?  Have a picky eater that thinks veggies are evil?  Try my Cheesy Cauliflower that is a proven winner with my kids and I’m sure yours will love this side dish too.

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My two boys couldn’t be more different nutrition wise.  If you set a bowl of fruit and a cookie in from of my 10-year-old he would always choose the fruit.  He likes to generally eat healthily and only complains when I serve green beans or Brussels sprouts.

My 3-year-old, on the other hand, could sniff out a sugar-laden treat from 10 miles away.  Most days it’s a struggle to get a banana down him for breakfast unless I make my Swedish Pancakes with Brown Sugar Bananas, but even then it’s a struggle.  So I make small concessions and try my very best to make good things as appealing as possible.  And this Cheesy Cauliflower is a hit with both my boys.

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How to make Cheesy Cauliflower:

Start by chopping the core off the cauliflower and chop into similar sizes.

Add to a pot of water and set to boil for 15 minutes.

Remove the cooked cauliflower from the pot and drain the water.  To that pot add the butter and cook over medium heat to melt.

Once melted whisk the flour 1 Tablespoon at a time and stir to combine.  Now add the milk and continue to whisk until it starts thickening.

Now it’s time to add the spices.

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Four simple ingredients: salt, pepper, garlic powder then Parmesan.  I love the powder kind and use it constantly. 

Now the fifth spice is really what makes this dish a stand out~nutmeg.  A few years back I was watching The Rachel Ray Show and she recommended adding nutmeg to cheese sauces.  Ever since then that is what I’ve done.  Who am I to question Rachel Ray!

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Once you’ve added the spices and Parmesan whisk to combine then add 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined completely.

Add the cauliflower back into the pot and stir the sauce and cauliflower so that it covers every piece.

Put the cauliflower into a greased oven proof bowl then sprinkle with the reminding 1/4 cup cheddar cheese.

Put into a 350 degree preheated oven for 15 minutes.

And here you are……

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As always thank you to our Sunday Supper host this week, Anne from Simple and Savory.  If you want more vegetable recipes to make kids happy check out all these other recipes from Sunday Supper bloggers.

Sunday Supper Kid-Friendly Vegetable Recipes

Breakfast

  • Cinnamon Zucchini Muffins by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
  • Creamy Kid Sized Smoothies by The Freshman Cook
  • Sweet Potato Crust Quiche by Pies and Plots
  • Sweet Potato Muffins with Veggie Cream Cheese by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings

Dinners

  • Cauliflower Mac and Cheese by Food Lust People Love
  • Chicken and Broccoli Shells and Cheese by Fantastical Sharing of Recipes
  • Eat Your Veggies Beef Tacos by Simple and Savory
  • Hidden Vegetable Pasta Sauce for Orange Orzo by Caroline’s Cooking
  • Veggie Ramen by NinjaBaker.com

Sides

  • Broccoli Tots by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Cheesy Cauliflower by Bottom Left of the Mitten
  • Kid-Friendly Baked Potato Fries by Hardly A Goddess
  • Salad on a Stick by My Imperfect Kitchen
  • Zuppa di Ravioli by Gourmet Everyday

Snacks

  • Dairy Free Veggie Ice Pops by Our Good Life
  • Healthy Homemade Taquitos by Cricket’s Confections
  • Vegan Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies by A Mind Full Mom
  • Veggie Egg Rolls by My Savory Spoon

For even more kid friendly vegetables check out these Vegetable Recipes for Picky Eaters by The Sunday Supper Movement

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Cheesy Cauliflower

Tender cauliflower is combined with a creamy cheese sauce. Cheesy Cauliflower is a veggie side dish that is kid approved.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Side Dish
Keyword: side dish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower chopped
  • 4 cups water or enough to cover cauliflower
  • 2 Tbs butter
  • 2 Tbs flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 Tbs parmesan
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese 1/2 cup for sauce then 1/4 cup for topping

Instructions

  • Start by chopping the core off the cauliflower and chop into similar sizes. Add to a pot of water and set to boil for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the cooked cauliflower from the pot and drain the water. To that pot add the butter and cook over medium heat to melt. Once melted whisk the flour 1 Tablespoon at a time and stir to combine. Now add the milk and continue to whisk until it starts thickening.
  • Now add salt, pepper, garlic powder, nutmeg then Parmesan.
  • Once you've added the spices and Parmesan whisk to combine then add 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined completely.
  • Add the cauliflower back into the pot and stir the sauce and cauliflower so that it covers every piece.
  • Put the cauliflower into a greased oven proof bowl then sprinkle with the reminding 1/4 cup cheddar cheese.
  • Put into a 350 degree preheated oven for 15 minutes. Enjoy!
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  1. The Ninja Baker

    June 11, 2017 at 6:50 am

    Brilliant, Erin! My great-nephew is similar to your younger son. Do believe your cheesy cauliflower will be an easy sell. Definitely saving your recipe. Thank you!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 11, 2017 at 2:26 pm

      Thank you so much! I hope he enjoys it as much as my picky guys does.

      Reply
  2. Cindy's Recipes and Writings

    June 11, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    Cheese does make everything better! So much nicer when kids enjoy the veggies, right? 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 16, 2017 at 1:46 am

      It sure does, thank you Cindy!!

      Reply
  3. cheri

    June 11, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    Cauliflower and cheese is a match made in heaven, I know my grandkids and grown kids would love this!

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    • [email protected]

      June 16, 2017 at 1:47 am

      I hope they do enjoy this recipe thank you Cheri!

      Reply
  4. Anne

    June 14, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    What a great way to get your kids to eat cauliflower!

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    • [email protected]

      June 16, 2017 at 1:47 am

      Thank you Anne!

      Reply
  5. Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen

    December 11, 2017 at 9:49 am

    This looks SO cozy and comforting! I love any excuse to make something extra cheesy!

    Reply

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