December 22nd, 2008
Cauliflower and Broccoli in ‘Beshamel’ Sauce (White Sauce)- Turkish Recipe
I am not sure if I spelt that right. Well, the name isnt that important. Important is how quick and easy this recipe is… and oh delicious, win-win all the way. All my Turkish friends made it, but this recipe is given to me by Nilgun.
Ingredients:
Cauliflower (1 whole medium sized, cut into bite sized florets)
1 packet frozen broccoli
2 and half cups cold milk,
4 tbsp butter (unsalted)
1 and 1/2 tbsp flour,
1 onion, chopped
red pepper flakes, black pepper powder, salt
lots of grated mozzarella cheese
Method:
Start by boiling the cauliflower florets, then when its half done, (about 6 minutes) add the broccoli, and cook, till its almost done (not smooshy). Drain and put it in the tray you plan to bake and serve in.
In second pan, fry the onion, turn off the heat, add the salt, red and black pepper. Put it over the cauliflower/broccoli. Mix slightly.
In a third pan, heat the butter, and add the flour. Keep stirring it constantly and when it starts bubbling, add the cold milk, whisking simultaneously.When it starts to thicken, its done. (It will thicken I promise 
Pour this over in the tray. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese and mix some in the cauliflower and broccoli. And lots of cheese on the top.
Bake for about 35-40 minutes, till the cheese is melted, and golden at 375 deg F.
Done!
Serve with rice pilaf, or eat by itself.