Quick And Easy, Lightly Curried Cauliflower And Egg

Name: Quick And Easy, Lightly Curried Cauliflower And Egg Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium cauliflower, chopped into florets; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and chopped; 3 tablespoons whole meal flour; 1 teaspoon mild curry powder; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 2 cups milk; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; salt & fresh ground pepper; 4 ounces mature cheddar cheese, grated; 1/2 cup crouton

Servings: persons

1 medium cauliflower, chopped into florets
1 medium onion, sliced
2 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons whole meal flour
1 teaspoon mild curry powder
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt & fresh ground pepper
4 ounces mature cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup crouton

1
Boil cauliflower and onion in enough salted water to cover, until they are just tender. (10 - 15 minutes) Be careful not to overcook. Drain well.
2
Arrange the cauliflower and onion in a shallow ovenproof dish, and scatter over the chopped egg.
3
Put the flour, curry powder and butter/margarine in a saucepan, and cook gently, stirring constantly, to a smooth paste. Add the milk gradually, stirring all the time, gradually bring to the boil, stirring well, until thickened and smooth.
4
Stir in the thyme and seasoning and allow the sauce to simmer for a minute or two.
5
Remove from the heat, and stir in about 3/4 of the cheese.
6
Pour the sauce over the cauliflower, scatter over the croutons, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
7
Brown under a hot grill until golden and serve. Delicious with thick crusty bread.

735

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium cauliflower, chopped into florets, 1 medium onion, sliced, 2 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and chopped, 3 tablespoons whole meal flour, and more.

Yes, Quick And Easy, Lightly Curried Cauliflower And Egg Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quick And Easy, Lightly Curried Cauliflower And Egg Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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