Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower
1 head cauliflower, cut into desired size pieces
1/4 tsp salt + ground pepper
1 Tbsp Olive or Avocado Oil
Preheat oven to 400. *can also use airfryer
Combine all of the above ingredients in a ziploc bag or airtight container. shake to combine/coat the cauliflower.
Place on a sheet pan lined with parchment or in airfryer. Roast for 15 minutes on bottom rack. *air fryer shake half way.
when there is a few minutes remaining. Heat sauce pan over medium heat. add 3 Tbs unsalted butter. once melted, add 3 Tbs flour ( can sub any flour of choice like almond). stir to combine. allow to cook for 1 minute.
Add 1 1/2 -2 cup of whole milk. stir and alllow to thicken. about 2 minutes. add a pinch of salt + peper + nutmeg + onion powder + mustard (optional).
add 1 cup cheddar cheese (sharp or mild ) + 1 cup gruyere/swiss mix . *note you can use shredded cheeses. but will taste better with block of cheese.. for shredded option: aldi makes a swiss guryere blend!
once melted, add roasted cauliflower and combine. transfer to a baking dish and bake on middle rack for about 10 mintues. if you want to brown it. raise it up to top shelf and let brown (3-4 minutes)
Enjoy!