Cauliflower Supreme

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower, reduce heat, and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until bubbly.
4. Gradually whisk in milk, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese. Add cooked cauliflower and stir until evenly coated.
6. Pour mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable, which is part of the cabbage family.
• The name "cauliflower" comes from the Latin phrase "caulis floris", which means "flowering cabbage".
• Cauliflower is a great source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate.