Frosted Cauliflower
At a Glance
- Total
- 25 min
- Servings
- 6.00 serving(s)
Categories
- Side Dish
- Microwave
Dietary
- Vegetarian
Allergens
- Eggs
- Milk
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 6. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
This recipe for Frosted Cauliflower brings together 1 head cauliflower, whole, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 teaspoon salt in a practical dish for home cooking. It takes about 25 min to prepare and cook. It makes approximately 6 servings.
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Equipment
Microwave, 1 1/2-quart covered glass dish, small mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, whole
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons mustard, prepared
- 3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
Remove woody core from base of head, leaving the head whole.
Cook Cauliflower in 2 T. water in a 1 1/2 quart covered glass dish in microwave oven for 6 to 7 minutes per pound.
Rotate dish 1/4 turn halfway through cooking time if you don't have a turntable.
(This can be done in a regular oven also by cooking until just tender.) Let the Cauliflower rest, covered for 5 minutes.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the next 3 ingredients and heat them in the microwave for 1 minute.
Frost the entire top surface of the cauliflower with the mixture and sprinkle with the grated cheese.
Return to microwave and cook until cheese melts.
If desired, you may sprinkle with paprika for color.
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