Cauliflower with Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce

Cauliflower with Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce
Serves 4

Sharp cheddar cheese contrasts nicely with the cauliflower. Arrowroot thickens the cheese sauce, making it appropriate for those avoiding gluten. Try the optional nutmeg and cayenne for a bit of a kick.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 4 cups cauliflower florets
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon arrowroot
    • 1 cup milk
    • 3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
    • Sea salt
    • White or black pepper
    • pinch of nutmeg (optional)
    • pinch of cayenne (optional)
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    Method: 

    Steam cauliflower to crisp tender, about 10 minutes.
    Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Whisk in arrowroot then slowly pour in milk. Stir constantly with whisk until sauce thickens. Add cheese, and season to taste with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne, if using. Pour sauce over cauliflower and serve immediately.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:Serving size: About 1 cup, 170 calories (100 from fat), 11g total fat, 7g saturated fat, 35mg cholesterol, 330mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g dietary fiber, 5g sugar), 10g protein
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