Cauliflower Casserole

July 6, 2021

Background: This Cauliflower Casserole is cheesy, flavorful, and a healthier alternative to most side dishes. The fresh garlic, parmesan cheese, and everything bagel seasoning make for a killer combination. We love to make this for holidays, BBQs, or weekday dinners.

2 heads of cauliflower, cut into florets
5 cloves of garlic
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup flour
1-2 cups low-fat milk
1 ½ cups fresh parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
1 teaspoon black pepper

Prepare a casserole dish by using butter or non-stick spray. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Melt butter in a large stock pot over medium high heat on the stove. As butter melts, add in garlic. I use a hand grater to grate it in, or you can slice your garlic. Mix your garlic in and be careful to not let it burn.
Once your garlic is fragrant, begin your roux by adding in 1-2 tablespoons of flour, whisking to combine with the garlic and butter.
Slowly add half of your milk to the mixture, while constantly whisking. Continue to add remaining flour and milk until your roux thickens up and you’ve gotten rid of clumps.
Turn your heat down to medium and stir in your pepper.
Add your cauliflower to the pot and stir until well coated with the roux.
Next, pour mixture into casserole dish and bake for 35 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.
While cauliflower is baking, combine your parmesan cheese and everything bagel seasoning in a small bowl.
After the cauliflower is tender, remove from the oven and top with cheese mixture.
Turn your oven to broil and watch carefully as the cheese melts and turns golden brown, usually 2-3 minutes.
Remove from oven and serve.

Looking for other side dishes? Check out our Magnolia Table Brussel Sprouts and Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes.

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Ashlee Whitlock

Ashlee was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado and loves everything that our beautiful state has to offer. She met her husband, Luke while he was stationed at Fort Carson. They have moved around the country as he continues to serve in the United States Army. Ashlee’s favorite thing in the world is being a mom to her son Carter. As a family, they love to travel and are always planning the next trip. Colorado Springs will always be home to Ashlee, and she wants to see it thrive.
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