Baked Cauliflower with Creamy Cheese Sauce and Tomato-Anchovy Sauce

Baked Cauliflower with Creamy Cheese Sauce and Tomato-Anchovy Sauce

Baked Cauliflower with Creamy Cheese Sauce and Tomato-Anchovy Sauce

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Ingredients:

For the Cauliflower:
    • 1 cauliflower
    • 3 lemon slices

 

  • Sprigs of dill
  • Salt to taste
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce:
    • 3 cloves of garlic, minced

 

    • 2 tablespoons flour
    • 250 ml milk
    • Salt to taste

 

    • Black pepper to taste
    • Nutmeg to taste
    • Parmesan cheese (amount depending on taste)

 

  • Rosemary (to taste)
  • Mozzarella cheese (150-200 grams)
For the Tomato-Anchovy Sauce:
    • 1 tomato, finely chopped

 

    • 1 clove of garlic, minced
    • Canned anchovies (3-4)
    • Several sprigs of dill

 

    • 1 pepper, finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons sour cream
    • Black pepper to taste

 

  • A little bit of salt

Instructions:

    1. Cook the Cauliflower:
        • Cut the cauliflower into florets.
        • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add lemon slices, sprigs of dill, and salt to taste.

       

      • Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
    2. Prepare the Creamy Cheese Sauce:
        • In a saucepan, melt a bit of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

       

        • Add 2 tablespoons of flour and stir constantly to form a roux.
        • Gradually add 250 ml of milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
        • Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to taste.

       

      • Add grated Parmesan cheese and chopped rosemary to taste, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
    3. Assemble the Cauliflower Bake:
        • Preheat the oven to 200°C (350°F).

       

        • Place the cooked cauliflower florets in a baking dish.
        • Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the cauliflower.
        • Sprinkle with 150-200 grams of shredded mozzarella cheese.

       

      • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
    4. Prepare the Tomato-Anchovy Sauce:
        • In a bowl, combine the finely chopped tomato, minced garlic, canned anchovies, chopped dill, and finely chopped pepper.

       

      • Add 2 tablespoons of sour cream, black pepper, and a little bit of salt.
      • Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
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