READER FAVORITES: CAULIFLOWER.(Food)(Recipe)

On its own or uncooked, cauliflower isn't the most appetizing of cruciferous vegetables. But these recipes from readers will turn up the taste in time for New Year's.

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Cauliflower With Cheese Sauce

Makes 6 servings

From Florence Parmelee of Rensselaer

1 head cauliflower, fresh or frozen

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 tablespoons flour

1 cup milk

Cheese to taste (extra-sharp cheddar or any other)

Cook cauliflower until tender and drain.

Melt butter in a saucepan on low heat. Add flour and stir. Add milk and stir. Add cheese. Cook until cheese melts, stirring occasionally. Pour cheese sauce over vegetables. Serve and enjoy.

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Cauliflower with Deviled Cheese Sauce

Makes 6 servings

From Joan Manss of Voorheesville. "This cauliflower sauce has a little 'zing' -- not for those who do not like spicy, but our favorite," she says.

1 1/2 cups milk

3 to 6 teaspoons flour

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon spicy …