Cauliflower with Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce

Serves 4
Time 15 min

Sharp cheddar cheese contrasts nicely with the cauliflower. Arrowroot thickens the cheese sauce, making it appropriate for those avoiding gluten. Try the optional nutmeg and cayenne for a bit of a kick.

Special Diets:

Gluten FreeGluten Free
VegetarianVegetarian

Ingredients

    4 cupscauliflower florets
    1 tablespoonbutter
    1 tablespoonarrowroot
    1 cupmilk
    3/4 cupgrated sharp cheddar cheese
    1/4 teaspoonfine sea salt
    1/8 teaspoonground black pepper
    nutmeg (optional), pinch of
    cayenne pepper (optional), pinch of

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Method

Bring 2 inches of water to boil in a pot fitted with a steamer basket.


Steam cauliflower to crisp-tender, about 10 minutes.


Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a saucepan.


Whisk in arrowroot then slowly pour in milk.


Whisk constantly until sauce thickens.


Add cheese and whisk until completely melted and smooth.


Season to taste with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne, if using.


Pour sauce over cauliflower and serve immediately.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

About 1 cup

Calories

170

Total Fat

11g

Saturated Fat

7g

Cholesterol

35mg

Sodium

330mg

Total Carbohydrate

11g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

5g

Protein

10g

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