Cauliflower Gratin

Cauliflower Gratin

1 small to medium head cauliflower, cut into florets, steamed till just tender
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup milk
4 ounces white cheddar cheese, grated
salt, to taste
2 slices white bread, crusts removed and processed into soft crumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish; set aside.

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Stir in the flour and cook for a minute or two. Add the mustard and cayenne; stir to blend, then stir in the milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened. Add the cheese and stir till melted. Season with salt to taste. Stir in the cooked cauliflower; mix well. Pour into prepared baking dish.

Combine the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese; sprinkle evenly over cauliflower mixture in dish. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until bubbly and browned.

Makes 4 to 6 servings