Cheesy Sauced Cauliflower

Good enough for holiday serving.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 4  slices side bacon, coarsely chopped
• 1⁄3 cup  finely chopped green onion
• 2  tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1 1⁄2 cups  grated cheddar cheese
• 1 1⁄2 cups  grated gouda cheese
• 1  large head cauliflower, separated into flowerets
•  salt and pepper
• 3⁄4 cup  soft breadcrumbs
• 1⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese
• 1  tablespoon butter, melted

Directions

1. Cook bacon in medium saucepan until crisp. Drain bacon, reserving drippings. Finely chop bacon; set aside.
2. Cook green onions in reserved drippings until tender. Blend in flour; gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat.
3. Stir in cheddar and gouda cheeses until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep sauce warm.
4. Combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, cooked bacon and butter. Set aside.
5. Cook cauliflower in boiling, salted water until just tender. Drain and place in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over cauliflower and sprinkle with bread crumb mixture. Broil until topping is golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately.