Cauliflower and Cheese Bake

Ingredients

• 1 large head of cauliflower, about 1 ½ to 2 pounds, cut into flowerets
• ***Sauce***
• 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) butter
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¹/₈ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups milk
• + 7 more ingredients
• • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 ½ cups (6 ounces) Cheddar cheese, mild or sharp
  • ***Topping***
  • 1 cup soft fresh bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, optional
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons melted butter

Boil or steam cauliflower in water until just tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and set aside. Grease a 2-quart baking dish. Heat oven to 350°. In a medium saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add flour and stir until smooth and just bubbly. Add salt, pepper, and milk. Cook the sauce, stirr...

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