Creamed Cauliflower

• servings: 6-8 servings
• active time: 15 min
• total time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets (about 7 cups)

1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided

1 cup half-and-half cream

1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

PREHEAT: Bake to 350. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until cauliflower is tender. Garnish with parsley if desired. s.

1. Place cauliflower in a saucepan; add 1 in of water and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 6-7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.

2. Grease the bottom and sides of a 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Add cauliflower. Pour cream over top. Dot with butter; sprinkle with remaining salt and bread crumbs.