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Cauliflower and Broccoli Cheese with a Crunchy Crumb

Cauliflower and Broccoli Cheese with a Crunchy Crumb

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Cauliflower and broccoli are smothered in a creamy mustard and cheese sauce, then finished with a golden, crunchy crumb topping. Comforting and full of flavour, it’s a delicious way to serve up plenty of veg for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: European
Energy: 298

Ingredients
  

  • 250g extra-mature reduced fat cheddar cheese (keep about ⅓ for the topping) ​⁠
  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets​⁠
  • 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets 
  • Small knob of butter ​
  • 3 tablespoons plain flour​⁠
  • 400ml semi-skimmed milk​⁠
  • 2 teaspoons of your favourite mustard ​
  • 30g breadcrumbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C, 160°C fan.​, Gas Mark 4.
  2. Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the cauliflower and broccoli for 5-6 minutes, or until just cooked. ​⁠
  3. Drain the cauliflower and broccoli and allow to steam for a few minutes, before placing the cooked vegetables into a large ovenproof dish. ​⁠
  4. Using the same pan, on a gentle heat whisk the butter, flour and milk together until combined. ​⁠
  5. Increase the heat a little and add the mustard and ⅔ of the cheese. Stir with a wooden spoon for a few minutes on medium heat, or until the sauce has thickened. ​⁠
  6. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower and broccoli. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. ​⁠
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until brown and the sauce is bubbling. ​⁠
  8. Serve piping hot with a crunchy side salad.

Nutrition

Energy: 298kcalFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCarbs: 21gSugar: 8.3gFibre: 6.2gProtein: 26gSalt: 1gServing: 100g

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