Cheesy roast cauliflower with crunchy almond topping
French 10 Mins Prep · 30 Mins Cook
- Finely chop or grate the leftover cheese.
- Place a small saucepan over a medium heat. Add the butter and melt. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. Add the milk, all at once, while whisking then stir constantly over a medium heat until smooth and thick. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Place the entire head of cauliflower in the pot. Boil for 10 minutes or until almost cooked – the stem should be slightly tender but still a bit firm. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C, gas mark 6. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
- Place a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the oil, almonds, breadcrumbs, thyme leaves and paprika and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from the heat and mix in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Sprinkle the mixture over the cauliflower, then place it on the baking sheet.
- Roast the cauliflower for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and caramelised.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the roasted cauliflower and top with parsley.
- Serve while hot with extra cheese sauce on the side.
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