Cauliflower Casserole

Health score
7%
Cauliflower Casserole
45 min.
6
317kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack that's sure to impress your guests? Look no further than this mouthwatering Cauliflower Casserole! This delectable dish, which serves 6, comes together in just 45 minutes and is packed with flavor. With a caloric content of 317 kcal per serving, it's a tasty and relatively guilt-free option.

This Cauliflower Casserole is the perfect addition to any meal, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes. The base is a tender cauliflower, broken into small florets for even cooking. The star of the dish, however, is the irresistible topping: a savory mixture of melted butter, Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, and a pinch of salt for seasoning. To finish it off, a generous sprinkle of shredded Cheddar cheese is layered on top, transforming this casserole into a bubbly, golden masterpiece.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a more upscale dinner party, this Cauliflower Casserole is sure to be a hit. Its rich, cheesy goodness and aromatic Italian flair make it a versatile choice that caters to a variety of culinary preferences. So why not give it a try and elevate your next meal with this delicious and crowd-pleasing dish?

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • large head cauliflower 
  • 0.7 cup seasoned bread crumbs italian
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • pinch salt 
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • casserole dish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  3. Add cauliflower, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes.
  4. Drain, and place in a 2 quart casserole dish.
  5. In a small bowl mix together butter, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, salt, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Sprinkle mixture over cauliflower, and top with Cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein12.71%
Fat66.22%
Carbs21.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.17
Glycemic Load
1.46
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.81565231344%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.5mg
Quercetin
0.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:317.02kcal
15.85%
Fat:24.08g
37.05%
Saturated Fat:14.36g
89.75%
Carbohydrates:17.24g
5.75%
Net Carbohydrates:13.67g
4.97%
Sugar:3.54g
3.93%
Cholesterol:63.26mg
21.09%
Sodium:549.78mg
23.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.4g
20.8%
Vitamin C:67.84mg
82.23%
Vitamin K:30.03µg
28.6%
Folate:100.53µg
25.13%
Calcium:230.7mg
23.07%
Phosphorus:203.41mg
20.34%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.97%
Vitamin A:822.05IU
16.44%
Selenium:11.18µg
15.97%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.22%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.49%
Fiber:3.57g
14.28%
Potassium:482.61mg
13.79%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.77%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.32%
Zinc:1.47mg
9.81%
Magnesium:34.55mg
8.64%
Vitamin B3:1.59mg
7.95%
Iron:1.35mg
7.52%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.83%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.58%
Copper:0.1mg
4.92%
Source:Allrecipes