Brazilian recipe
Quick and Easy Stuffed Cauliflower (Couve-flor recheada e)
A delicious recipe for stuffed cauliflower with ham and cheese. A flavorful, practical option for lunch or dinner, baked until golden and bubbly.
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Ingredients
1 medium cauliflower, whole and cleaned
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub creamy requeijão
1 tin double cream
Salt to taste
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub creamy requeijão
1 tin double cream
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh cauliflower in local markets or grocery store produce aisles. Ham, mozzarella, and dairy products like double cream are widely available in supermarket refrigerated sections. Requeijão (a specific Brazilian-style creamy cheese spread) can be found in specialty shops; as a substitute, one might use a thick cream cheese, though it will alter the authentic flavor profile.
Preparation method
- Boil the cauliflower in salted water until al dente.
- Drain well and place it in a greased baking dish of approximately 28 cm in diameter.
- Prepare the stuffing by rolling 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 pan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the creamy requeijão and mix well.
- Add the double cream and heat the mixture, ensuring it does not reach a boil.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the stuffed cauliflower.
- Place in a preheated high-temperature oven and bake until the top is golden and gratinéed.
Observations
This stuffed cauliflower recipe is a creative and savory way to highlight this vegetable, turning it into the star of a complete meal.
Perfect for those seeking a light yet nutritious alternative, the cauliflower is boiled and then generously stuffed with slices of ham and mozzarella. A creamy topping made with requeijão and double cream finishes the dish, which is then baked to perfection to create a beautiful, golden crust.
It is a versatile option that pleases all palates, ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner. The preparation is straightforward, and the result is a visually stunning and incredibly tasty dish.
Perfect for those seeking a light yet nutritious alternative, the cauliflower is boiled and then generously stuffed with slices of ham and mozzarella. A creamy topping made with requeijão and double cream finishes the dish, which is then baked to perfection to create a beautiful, golden crust.
It is a versatile option that pleases all palates, ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner. The preparation is straightforward, and the result is a visually stunning and incredibly tasty dish.
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