How to Make Cauliflower Custard - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cauliflower custard is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for vegetarians and those looking to add more vegetables into their diet. This recipe takes the humble cauliflower and turns it into a creamy and savory custard that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Not only is cauliflower custard a tasty side dish, it is also a great way to sneak in some extra veggies for picky eaters. The creamy texture of the custard and the mild flavor of the cauliflower make it a hi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon butter for greasing, or as needed
  • 1 head cauliflower, separated into small florets
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Butter a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • Place cauliflower in a saucepan and cover with water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until cauliflower is tender, 10 to 15 minutes; drain and transfer cauliflower to prepared casserole dish.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and parsley in the melted butter until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Slowing pour 1 cup milk into flour mixture. Cook and stir milk mixture until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes; pour over cauliflower.
  • Whisk eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and white pepper in a bowl; pour over cauliflower mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the custard is set, 30 to 35 minutes. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    155 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 711mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 455mg