Cavolfiore Italiano
Creamy Italian Cauliflower DelightElevate the humble cauliflower to a new level of indulgence with our Creamy Italian Cauliflower Delight. This rich and savory dish, featuring green pepper, mushrooms, and a luscious pimento cheese sauce, will captivate your senses.
Ingrediënten
- 1 head fresh cauliflower*
- 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 small green pepper cleaned and sliced
- ½ lb. fresh mushrooms sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 lb. mild pimento cheese sliced
Instructies
- Cut the core out of the cauliflower and place its flower-shaped pieces in a large kettle of water.
- Bring the water to a boil and cook the cauliflower for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Drain.
- Melt butter in a skillet and sauté green pepper slices and mushrooms.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle in flour a little at a time, stirring briskly.
- Add milk slowly, stirring constantly.
- Return to heat and stir until the mixture thickens.
- Place the cauliflower in a casserole dish.
- Lay cheese slices over the cauliflower and pour the creamed green pepper and mushrooms over the top.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the dish is golden and bubbly.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
When choosing fresh cauliflower, look for heads that are firm and very white, with crisp, green leaves. Avoid heads with brown spots or yellowish, wilted leaves. To store cauliflower for a couple of days, just cover the whole head with plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator.
Wine Advice:
Pair this Creamy Italian Cauliflower Delight with a medium-bodied Pinot Grigio. The wine's crisp acidity will cut through the richness of the cheese, enhancing the overall dining experience. Buon Appetito
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 kcal
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