Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

broccoli head

cut into florets

1 unit

cauliflower

cut into florets

1 unit

onion

chopped

4 tbsp

olive oil

1.25 cup

whole milk

1 tbsp

flour

fine

1.33 cup

roquefort cheese

cut into pieces

1 pinch

nutmeg

1 pinch

black pepper

0.25 cup

wild garlic

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the broccoli or cauliflower by cutting it into florets and washing them thoroughly.

Step 2
~3 min

Finely chop the onion.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until softened.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the broccoli or cauliflower florets to the pan and fry briefly.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover the pan and simmer until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove 5-6 whole florets and set aside.

Step 7
~3 min

Use a hand blender to blend the remaining vegetables in the pan until smooth.

Step 8
~3 min

Add milk and flour to the blended mixture. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.

Step 9
~3 min

Cut the Roquefort cheese into small pieces and stir into the sauce. Continue cooking until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 10
~3 min

Season with nutmeg and black pepper.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the reserved whole florets back into the sauce.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve the sauce hot with pasta. Sprinkle with extra Roquefort cheese and fresh wild garlic.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Roquefort cheese to your taste preference.

For a smoother sauce, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with penne, farfalle, or fusilli pasta.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual meal
Comfort food

Popularity Score

70/100

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