Bloemkool (Cauliflower Netherlands - Style)

• 1 medium head cauliflower (bloemkool)
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 - 1 cup cheese, grated (optional)

1. Clean and break cauliflower into flowerettes.
2. In a kettle, boil cauliflower in the water until tender.
3. While the cauliflower is cooking, melt butter in a medium saucepan, over low heat.
4. Whisk in flour, salt and nutmeg, making a smooth paste.
5. Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly to incorporate smoothly.
6. Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
7. Optional: grated cheese may be added at this point, stirring constantly to incorporate into a smooth sauce.
8. Drain and place cauliflower in a serving dish.
9. Pour white sauce, (cheese sauce) over cauliflower and serve.

head cauliflower, water, butter, flour, salt, nutmeg, milk, cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/bloemkool-cauliflower-netherlands-style-228507 (may not work)