Brazilian recipe
Stuffed Cauliflower with Ham and Cheese (Couve-flor recheada)
A flavorful and creative way to serve cauliflower, stuffed with ham and cheese and topped with a creamy gratin sauce.
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Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower, whole and cleaned
300 g sliced ham
300 g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub of requeijão cremoso
1 can of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
300 g sliced ham
300 g sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small tub of requeijão cremoso
1 can of table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Cauliflower, ham, cheese, onion, and table cream are available in local supermarkets and produce markets. Requeijão cremoso is a specialized Brazilian dairy product; as a substitute, one may use cream cheese or a thick béchamel sauce, though the texture and flavor profile will differ from the original.
Preparation method
- Boil the cauliflower in salted water until al dente
- Drain well and place in a greased baking dish about 28 cm in diameter
- Prepare the filling: roll a slice of ham with a slice of mozzarella cheese
- Cut each roll in half and distribute them between the cauliflower florets, filling the spaces
- In a medium saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden
- Add the requeijão cremoso and mix well
- Stir in the table cream and heat the mixture without letting it boil
- Season with salt to taste
- Pour the creamy sauce over the stuffed cauliflower
- Bake in a preheated oven at a high temperature until golden brown
Observations
This stuffed cauliflower recipe is a creative and tasty way to present this vegetable, making it the star of a complete meal.
Ideal for those looking for a light and nutritious alternative, the cauliflower is first boiled and then generously stuffed with slices of ham and mozzarella cheese. A creamy topping made of requeijão and table cream finishes the dish, which is then baked until golden and bubbly.
It is a versatile option that pleases all palates, perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner. The preparation is straightforward, and the result is a visually appealing and incredibly savory dish.
Ideal for those looking for a light and nutritious alternative, the cauliflower is first boiled and then generously stuffed with slices of ham and mozzarella cheese. A creamy topping made of requeijão and table cream finishes the dish, which is then baked until golden and bubbly.
It is a versatile option that pleases all palates, perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner. The preparation is straightforward, and the result is a visually appealing and incredibly savory dish.
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