Brazilian recipe
Easy Stuffed Whole Roasted Cauliflower (Couve-flor recheada e)
A delicious, simple-to-make stuffed cauliflower recipe featuring savory ham and melted cheese, finished with a golden, creamy gratin.
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Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower, whole and cleaned
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub (approx. 200g) creamy requeijão
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream
Salt to taste
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub (approx. 200g) creamy requeijão
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at general local supermarkets. Requeijão (a creamy Brazilian processed cheese) is an essential ingredient for the authentic flavor and texture; if unavailable, a mild cream cheese or a mix of heavy cream and finely grated parmesan can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the cauliflower in salted water until it reaches an al dente texture.
- Drain well and place it in a greased baking dish about 28 cm in diameter.
- Prepare the stuffing: roll together one slice of ham with one slice of mozzarella.
- Cut each roll in half and tuck them between the cauliflower florets, filling the gaps.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden.
- Stir in the creamy requeijão and mix thoroughly.
- Incorporate the table cream and heat through without letting the mixture boil.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the stuffed cauliflower.
- Bake in a preheated high-temperature oven until the top is beautifully browned and gratinéed.
Observations
This stuffed cauliflower recipe is a creative and flavorful way to make the vegetable the star of your meal. It’s a perfect choice for those seeking a lighter, nutritious, and satisfying alternative to traditional mains.
The cauliflower is first blanched until tender and then generously stuffed with alternating layers of deli-style ham and mozzarella cheese. A rich topping made from creamy requeijão and heavy cream is spread over the top before heading into the oven, where it creates a beautifully browned and bubbly gratin crust.
It is a versatile dish that suits both casual family lunches and more special dinner occasions. With straightforward preparation, you get a visually impressive and deeply savory result that never fails to please.
The cauliflower is first blanched until tender and then generously stuffed with alternating layers of deli-style ham and mozzarella cheese. A rich topping made from creamy requeijão and heavy cream is spread over the top before heading into the oven, where it creates a beautifully browned and bubbly gratin crust.
It is a versatile dish that suits both casual family lunches and more special dinner occasions. With straightforward preparation, you get a visually impressive and deeply savory result that never fails to please.
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