Easy Queso Cauliflower Bake Recipe for Dinner
This cheesy and creamy cauliflower bake is the ultimate in easy recipes—perfect for dinner recipes and packed with flavor.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk and continue cooking until mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cauliflower to the prepared baking dish and pour cheese sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.