Follow these steps for perfect results
cauliflower florets
separated
bechamel sauce
homemade or store-bought
double cream
shrimp
peeled
caerphilly cheese
crumbled
garlic salt
ketchup
celery salt
bay leaves ground
turmeric
dry mustard
Cook cauliflower florets until tender-crisp.
Break the florets into smaller pieces and place in individual oven-safe dishes or one larger dish.
Preheat oven or broiler to medium-high heat.
Prepare a pint of Bechamel sauce using butter.
Incorporate cream, ketchup, garlic salt, celery salt, ground bay leaf, turmeric, mustard powder, and pepper into the sauce.
Whisk the sauce thoroughly.
Add peeled shrimp and crumbled Caerphilly cheese to the sauce.
Heat the mixture gently, without boiling.
Pour the sauce over the cauliflower.
Grill or bake until golden brown.
Pipe creamed potatoes around the servings (optional).
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure cauliflower is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Bechamel sauce can be prepared ahead of time.
Serve hot in individual ramekins or a larger gratin dish.
Serve with a side salad.
Crusty bread for dipping.
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Uses traditional Welsh ingredients like Caerphilly cheese.
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