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Cauliflower and Béchamel Casserole

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The cauliflower and béchamel casserole is delicate and enveloping, ideal as a vegetarian main dish or a rich side dish.

The sweetness of cauliflower combines with the creaminess of béchamel, creating a simple yet elegant dish.

Moreover, cauliflower offers not only taste but also many beneficial properties for our body.

Below are some other delicious recipes with cruciferous vegetables:

  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Preparation time: 20 Minutes
  • Portions: 5 People
  • Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons, Fall, Winter

Ingredients

  • 21 oz cauliflower (medium)
  • 2 cups béchamel
  • 2 oz grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste nutmeg
  • to taste breadcrumbs (optional)

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  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Strainer

Steps

  • Clean the cauliflower, divide it into florets, and boil it in salted water until tender.

    Drain it and mash it coarsely.

    Prepare the béchamel, if you like, you can check out my recipes with either oil or butter. (They are listed at the top of the page, just click on them to find them)

    Combine the béchamel, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

    Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkled with breadcrumbs.

  • Top with more Parmesan and some butter flakes.
    Bake in a static oven at 355°F for 30–35 minutes, until golden.

Tips and Storage for Cauliflower and Béchamel Casserole

TIPS:

Serve it hot, in squares or elegant spoonfuls

Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan shavings

Use a light-colored ceramic baking dish to highlight the golden color

Add cooked ham or speck for a tastier version

Use vegetable béchamel for a lactose-free option

Also excellent the following day, reheated in the oven

STORAGE:

Allow the casserole to cool completely at room temperature (no more than 1 hour).
Cover it with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container.
Store it in the refrigerator at 32–39°F.
Duration: 2–3 days.
👉 Before serving, reheat it in the oven at 320–338°F for 10–15 minutes or in the microwave.

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bricciola

Hello, I'm Simona, and my page is called BriCciola in cucina, because I dedicated it to my mom and dad, who have called me that since I was little. I'm not a chef, and in my life, I've always dealt with completely different things, but cooking, along with dancing, has always been one of my great passions. However, my greatest inspiration came from the dishes prepared first by my grandmother and now by my mom. Here on my cooking blog, I'll guide you from appetizers to desserts, with recipes designed for a healthy and mindful lifestyle. Balanced dishes, carefully chosen ingredients, and lots of flavors, because eating well never means giving up pleasure. I love eating, but I also like taking care of my health, my family's health, and, in a way, the health of everyone who tries my recipes. That's why daily life should be rich in flavor, but always with a focus on healthy eating. Thank you, I look forward to seeing you.

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