8B • JAN. 17, 2025
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The Rogue Chef: Cauliflower au Gratin
BY CHEF JEFF WOODWARD, The Rogue Chef TIME: 80 minutes SERVINGS: 8 - 10
INGREDIENTS: • 6 T Salted Butter • 1 Large Head Cauliflower, cut into florets
• 3 T AP Flour • 2 C Whole Milk • 1 C Heavy Cream • 2 tsp Kosher Salt • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese, shredded • 1 T Fresh Rosemary, chopped • 1 T Fresh Thyme, chopped • 1 C Panko Breadcrumbs • ¼ C Grated Parmesan Cheese INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. 2. Butter generously a 3-quart baking dish. 3. Spread the cauliflower florets in an even lay on a rimmed baking sheet. 4. Roast in the oven for
about 20 minutes, or until slightly brown around the edges. 5. Remove from the oven and set aside for about 5 minutes. 6. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F. 7. Melt 3 T of butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. 8. Add the flour and stir to combine. 9. Cook until bubbling, about 1 minute. 10. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. 11. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick, about 6-8 minutes. 12. Reduce the heat to low and add the salt and
6oz of the mozzarella cheese. 13. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat. 14. Melt 3 T of butter in a small skillet over low heat. 15. Add the rosemary and thyme. Stir for about 30 seconds. 16. Add the panko breadcrumbs and stir to coat completely with butter. 17. Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and 2 oz of mozzarella cheese. 18. Pour the roasted cauliflower into the baking dish.
19. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cauliflower 20. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the cauliflower and cheese sauce. 21. Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy. 22. Let the cauliflower au gratin rest for 15 minutes before serving. GO ROGUE by adding diced chunks of ham or cooked chicken for a heartier main dish. Want Chef Jeff to make this delicious dish for you? Contact him at www. TheRogueChefBranson.com
January is National Hot Tea Month: Grab a mug, relax and enjoy
COMPILED BY JANET STEINKAMP, Editor Tea tastes great anytime, but especially hot during the cold winter months. Tea dates back thousands of years, becoming prominent as one of the most important beverages in the
world. Tea often competes with coffee as the morning drink of choice. Want to cut back on your coffee consumption? Start your morning with a hot cup of tea to get yourself going. Tea is also a great pick-me-up during the day or a soothing
way to relax in the evening. Tea facts • Did you know that tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water? • The South and Northeast parts of the country have the highest numbers of tea drinkers. • 84% of all tea consumed is black tea; 15% is green tea, with the small remaining amount—oolong, white and dark tea. • Americans like their tea a variety of ways—with lemon and sugar, sweetened with a touch of honey; or added milk or creamer for a European flavor. • Teas have also been considered medicinal, depending on the variety. Herbal teas may have a calming effect, e.g., mint (soothe the body and mind), chamomile (anti-inflammatory/anti-anxiety properties), lavender (promote relaxation and sleep), lemon balm (calming effect on the nervous system) and passionflower (may help
with insomnia and nervousness). Five benefits of drinking tea 1. Tea is packed with antioxidants. 2. Tea generally has less caffeine than coffee— even tea that does contain caffeine. 3. Studies show a correlation between tea and heart health. 4. Tea can help with weight loss when combined with a balanced diet and exercise. Studies show that three glasses of green tea may enhance the number of calories that are burned in a day. 5. Research shows that tea helps boost the immune system. There is a vast assortment of tea flavors. So, for the first time or next time you have tea, instead of adding just lemon, sweetening with sugar or honey, or mixing in milk or cream, why not try a recipe or recipes given below? Some of the recipes are even suggested for minor ailments. Enjoy and appreciate this versatile
beverage. Hot spiced tea A comforting hot spiced tea, sure to become a family favorite INGREDIENTS • 6 cups water • 1 teaspoon whole cloves • 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick • 6 tea bags (such as Lipton) • ¾ cup orange juice • ½ cup white sugar • ¼ cup pineapple juice • 2 tablespoons lemon juice INSTRUCTIONS 1. Pour water into a pot; add cloves and cinnamon stick. Bring water to a boil; remove from heat. 2. Add tea bags to water and set aside to steep until the tea is to your preferred strength, at least 5 minutes. 3. Remove and discard cloves, cinnamon stick and tea bags. 4. Stir orange juice, sugar, pineapple juice and lemon juice together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir the juice
mixture until the sugar dissolves completely. 5. Pour juice mixture into the spiced tea; serve hot.
SUBMITTED BY DARCEY FAMILY | allrecipes.com
Honey Lemon Ginger Tea This tea beverage is tart, sweet and flavorful. INGREDIENTS • 4 cups water • ¾ cup brown sugar • ¼ cup grated ginger root • 3 tea bags • 2 lemons, juiced • 3 tablespoons honey INSTRUCTIONS 1. Stir water, brown sugar and grated ginger root together in a saucepan; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer for 20 minutes. 2. Remove from the heat and add tea bags. Steep tea to desired strength, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and discard tea bags. 3. Stir lemon juice and honey into the tea, then strain into a pitcher. SUBMITTED BY michellebelle61 | allrecipes.com SEE TEA, PAGE 9B