WE GOT CAULIFOWER SO LETS EAT ENJOY DAN:

CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE with PIZZA BLEND CHEESE by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

                 Cooked n a Flameware casserole dish from Robbie@CookonClay.com

INGREDIENTS:

 

1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets

3 tablespoons butter, melted

1 onion, sliced

2 garlic cloves, peeled

1/2-cup Panko

2 cups milk

4 tablespoon flour

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

2 cups, grated pizza blend, part-skim mozzarella, provolone, and mild cheddar cheese

 

 

DIRECTIIONS:      (PRE-HEAT OVEN to 350 DEGREES)

 

1.    Put cauliflower florets in a steaming basket.

2.    Cover and steam until tender 10-12 minutes.

3.    Drain and place in a Flameware casserole dish.

4.    Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and when bubbly.

5.    Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes add garlic and cook 1 minute.

6.    Add to casserole dish with cauliflower.

7.    In the skillet add 2 tablespoons butter and red pepper flakes.

8.    Add flour and mix until smooth and thickened.

9.    Mix in the milk a bit at time stirring each time until smooth.

10. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium-heat until thick and creamy.

11. Add 1 cup cheese and stir until melted.

12.  Remove from heat and add salt and pepper.

13. Sprinkle mixture over cauliflower in the casserole dish.

14. Top with reaming cheese, and Panko.

15. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

 

16. YOU COULD ADD PASTA TO THE DISH IF DESIRED.

 

ENJOY DAN:                                   BON-APPETITE!!