Brazilian recipe
Roasted Stuffed Cauliflower (Couve-flor recheada)
A creative and savory way to serve cauliflower, featuring layers of ham and cheese with a creamy finish, baked until golden.
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Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower, cleaned and kept whole
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub of requeijão cremoso
1 tin of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub of requeijão cremoso
1 tin of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh cauliflower, onions, and dairy products at local markets or supermarkets like Shoprite or Melcom. Requeijão cremoso is a specific Brazilian creamy cheese spread; if unavailable, a mild cream cheese or heavy béchamel can act as a substitute to maintain the creamy texture, though the original flavor profile requires Brazilian-style requeijão.
Preparation method
- Boil the cauliflower in salted water until it is al dente.
- Drain well and place it in a greased ovenproof dish measuring approximately 28 cm in diameter.
- Prepare the filling: roll up a slice of ham with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
- 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 requeijão cremoso and mix well.
- Whisk in the table cream and heat the mixture, ensuring it does not come to a boil.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the stuffed cauliflower.
- Place in a preheated high-temperature oven to gratinate until the top is golden brown.
Observations
This stuffed cauliflower recipe is a brilliant way to turn a humble vegetable into the star of your meal. It is a hearty, nourishing option that serves perfectly as a main course or a substantial side dish.
The cauliflower is first blanched until tender and then generously tucked with slices of ham and mozzarella cheese between its florets. A rich, creamy topping made with requeijão and heavy cream is poured over the top, creating a decadent finish once baked and gratinated in the oven.
It is a versatile dish that appeals to many, making it a great choice for family gatherings or a relaxed dinner. The process is straightforward, yielding a visually striking and deeply flavorful result.
The cauliflower is first blanched until tender and then generously tucked with slices of ham and mozzarella cheese between its florets. A rich, creamy topping made with requeijão and heavy cream is poured over the top, creating a decadent finish once baked and gratinated in the oven.
It is a versatile dish that appeals to many, making it a great choice for family gatherings or a relaxed dinner. The process is straightforward, yielding a visually striking and deeply flavorful result.
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