Blumenkohl überbacken (baked cauliflower with cheese and ham)

Baked cauliflower is one of the best-loved oven-baked one-dish meals in German homes. The creamy cheese sauce and the ham go perfectly with the tender cauliflower. Simple, filling and especially welcome on cold days.

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Method

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1. Boil the cauliflower florets in salted water for 6-8 minutes so they are still crisp; drain. ⏱ Timer: 6 min
2. Melt the butter, stir in the flour and gradually pour in the milk.
3. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until thick; stir in two-thirds of the cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg. ⏱ Timer: 5 min
4. Put the cauliflower and ham in a buttered ovenproof dish.
5. Pour the sauce over, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs and dot with butter.
6. Bake in an oven preheated to 200°C for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbling. ⏱ Timer: 20 min
7. Serve with potatoes or toast.

A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.

Tips

• Cook the cauliflower only until half-tender, because it keeps softening in the oven.
• The sauce should be thick enough that the bake does not turn watery.
• Be generous with the grated cheese on top.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make it ahead?

Yes, it keeps in the fridge for 1 day before baking.

Without ham?

Yes, for a vegetarian version use mushrooms or broccoli.

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