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Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Florets

Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Florets features oven-roasted cauliflower with caramelized edges tossed in a rich cheddar sauce made silky with evaporated milk and eggs. A hint of dry mustard, garlic, and hot sauce brightens the flavor, balancing the buttery, melty finish. Serve it hot as a comforting side for dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to any casual gathering.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Florets
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Arrange the cauliflower evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the cauliflower with cooking spray, then season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and garlic powder.

  3. 3

    Bake in the preheated oven until tender, stirring once halfway through, about 25 minutes.

  4. 4

    While the cauliflower bakes, whisk the evaporated milk, eggs, dry mustard, and hot sauce together in a small bowl.

  5. 5

    Take the cauliflower out of the oven.

  6. 6

    Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Carefully add the cauliflower and toss to coat. Stir in the milk-egg mixture. Add the Cheddar cheese and gently stir until creamy, about 3 minutes.