When I first got a microwave oven (a very long time ago), I took some complimentary microwave cooking classes that came with the purchase. This cauliflower dish was one of the featured recipes at those classes and has been a favorite through the years.
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or garlic salt)
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Cut off leaves of cauliflower but leave the head whole.
- Cut a cone-shaped section from center core for more even cooking.
- Place cauliflower stem-side down in large casserole. Add water.
- Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes. (It should be just tender).
- Allow to stand for about 5 minutes.
- Combine mayo, sour cream, salt and mustard.
- Place head of cauliflower on large serving plate and spread with sauce.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Microwave 1 minute or until sauce is hot and cheese is melted.
Hi Judy
ReplyDeleteThis is a favorite of mine also. When I had to go gluten free a few years ago, I missed my go to comfort food, macaroni and cheese. I adapted this dish. I cut the cauliflower into small florets. Cooked as directed. Doubled the sauce using two kinds of cheese. I put the hot cauliflower into part one of the sauce and tossed to cover, sprinkled it with cheese and heated as directed. A great alternative and healthy.
I remember "back when" seeing this demonstrated as well. Thanks for the reminder - it looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteI made this for lunch today and it was delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I'll make it again.It was fast and so easy.
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DeleteI forgot about that recipe. Used to make that often for my children 50 years ago. It was a favorite.
ReplyDeleteThats going into my recipe folder . Cauliflower is my favourite vegetable . thankyou :)
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