Puffed Cauliflower Cheese Recipe

Directions

Ingredients :

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets

¼ cup butter

2 teaspoons all-purpose flour

1 cup milk

salt and pepper to taste

¼ cup fine dry bread crumbs

3 egg yolks

3 egg whites

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Methods :

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Place the cauliflower florets in a saucepan with about 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and set aside.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a small pan. Stir in the flour, and cook over low heat for 2 minutes. Gradually stir in the milk, and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in most of the bread crumbs. Remove from the heat, and stir in the egg yolks, cheese, and finally cauliflower.

Step 4

Whip the egg whites in a large glass or metal bowl until stiff. Fold the cauliflower mixture into the egg whites. Transfer to a ceramic or glass 2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining bread crumbs on top.

Step 5

Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until puffed and golden.