Brazilian recipe
Easy Stuffed Whole Cauliflower Bake (Couve-flor recheada e)
A delicious and creative take on cauliflower, stuffed with ham and cheese and baked until golden. A comforting and simple main course.
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Ingredients
1 medium cauliflower, whole and cleaned
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200g tub of creamy processed cheese (requeijão)
200ml double cream
Salt to taste
300g sliced ham
300g sliced mozzarella
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200g tub of creamy processed cheese (requeijão)
200ml double cream
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find cauliflower, ham, mozzarella, onions, butter, and double cream in the fresh produce, deli, and dairy aisles of any major supermarket like Dunnes Stores, Tesco, or SuperValu. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian-style creamy cheese; if unavailable in larger supermarkets, check the 'world food' section or local Eastern European/Brazilian specialty shops. As a substitute, you may use a high-quality full-fat cream cheese mixed with a little milk for consistency.
Preparation method
- Cook the whole cauliflower in salted water until it reaches an al dente texture.
- Drain the cauliflower well and place it in a greased baking dish of approximately 28 cm in diameter.
- Prepare the stuffing by rolling a slice of ham with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Cut each roll in half and tuck them deep between the cauliflower florets, filling the gaps.
- Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden and soft.
- Stir in the creamy processed cheese until well combined.
- Add the double cream and heat the mixture gently without letting it boil.
- Season with salt to your taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the stuffed cauliflower.
- Bake in a preheated hot oven until the top is golden and bubbling.
Observations
This stuffed cauliflower recipe is a brilliant way to transform a simple vegetable into the standout star of your meal. It is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a wholesome, satisfying, and easy-to-prepare dish.
To make this, the cauliflower is lightly parboiled and then stuffed between its florets with layers of ham and mozzarella. It is finished with a rich, creamy sauce made from requeijão and double cream, then baked until beautifully golden and bubbling. This dish is as visually impressive as it is flavorful, making it perfect for an effortless family dinner.
To make this, the cauliflower is lightly parboiled and then stuffed between its florets with layers of ham and mozzarella. It is finished with a rich, creamy sauce made from requeijão and double cream, then baked until beautifully golden and bubbling. This dish is as visually impressive as it is flavorful, making it perfect for an effortless family dinner.
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