Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Bake

Ingredients

• 350 g broccoli
• 400 g cauliflower
• 150 g mature cheddar
• 500 ml whole milk
• 40 g plain flour
• 40 g butter
• 1 tsp English mustard
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• 0.25 tsp nutmeg

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C). Break the broccoli and cauliflower into florets and cook in boiling salted water for 4 minutes until just tender. Drain and place in a large baking dish.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and thick.

3. 3

   Remove from the heat and stir in three-quarters of the cheese, the mustard and nutmeg. Season generously.

4. 4

   Pour the cheese sauce over the vegetables, making sure everything is well coated.

5. 5

   Mix the remaining cheese with the breadcrumbs and scatter over the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

6. 6

   Rest for 5 minutes before serving alongside a simple tomato salad.