Cheesy Spinach Corn Bake (Cauliflower Sauce)

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 cups Cauliflower Sauce (recipe below)
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 2 cups baby spinach (frozen spinach works too)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend)
• Dried oregano (to taste)

For the Cauliflower Sauce:

• 1 medium head cauliflower, roughly chopped
• 3/4 cup chopped garlic
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (Italian seasoning, thyme, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese (or other soft cheese)

Method:

Make the Cauliflower Sauce:

• Boil cauliflower florets in 2 cups of water for 10-12 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
• Blend the Caulifowers to a puree.
• In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
• Add the cauliflower puree to the pan and whisk to combine.
• Pour in milk and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
• Season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.

Filling:

• Preheat the oven at 180 deg
• Saute garlic and onion in Olive Oil
• Add the corn and spinach and cook till the spinach wilts
• Add the corn mixture to the cauliflower sauce and add cheese on top
• Bake in the oven for 15 mins or till the cheese gets a nice brown colour.
• Use this as a filling for puff pastries, toasties or just enjoy as it is