A low-fat alternative to a traditional family favourite.

10 minutes preparation, plus 20 minutes cooking
6 serves of vegies in this recipe

ingredients

½ medium cauliflower, cut into florets
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons cornflour
2 cups low-fat milk
2 tablespoons (30g) grated reduced-fat cheese
Pinch nutmeg
¼ cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

method

Steam vegetables for 6-8 minutes until tender and place in an ovenproof dish. In a saucepan, mix cornflour with a little milk to form a paste, stir in remaining milk and bring to the boil, stirring until thickened. Add cheese and nutmeg and pour over vegetables. Top with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown or bake in a moderate oven for 15-20 minutes.

Serves 6

Recipe from Healthy Food Fast Cookbook © State of Western Australia 2009, reproduced with permission.