Baked Cheesy Cauliflower

Cauliflower florets are baked with egg, milk, and Cheddar in this super simple recipe for a cheesy vegetable side dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 284 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
• cooking spray (such as Pam®)
• 1 pinch ground paprika (Optional)
• 3 cups bite-sized cauliflower florets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Place cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 cup water. Microwave until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Whisk egg and flour together in a bowl. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over cauliflower florets. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and paprika on top.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and cauliflower is soft, 30 to 40 minutes.