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Cheesy Mustard Roasted Cauliflower

This for me is the most enjoyable way to eat cauliflower. It looks like a bit of a centerpiece when placed on a table and served family style. A whole cauliflower bathed in a creamy, cheesy, mustard sauce and baked until a light bronze. Cut into wedges and serve. This can be served as a side dish or as a main with some crusty bread and a simple garden salad.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Total Time38 minutes
Servings:
Author: Lovoni
  • 1 medium-large head of cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup finely grated Romano cheese
  • 2 tbsp prepared yellow mustard
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Crispy fried onions, such as French’s and fresh chopped chives, for serving, optional
  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (225°C). Have a cast iron pan, dish or a baking dish ready to roast the cauliflower in. Trim the bottom of the cauliflower so it will sit flat in a pan. You can trim the excess green outer leaves but I leave some on because I think it helps to keep the cauliflower together.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a good pinch of salt and carefully add the cauliflower, stem side down into the water. Cook, covered for 8 minutes until the cauliflower is tender but still holding its shape. Drain well. Place into the pan or baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, all three cheeses, mustard, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Slather the mixture evenly all over the cauliflower. Roast, uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with fried onions and chives (bacon would also be good). And serve immediately. Serves 8 as a side and 4 to 6 as a main.