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Cauliflower au Gratin
This amazing Cauliflower au Gratin combines cauliflower, cream, Gruyere, Pecorino, and thyme that's topped with breadcrumbs and baked until golden. A must for Thanksgiving!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 277 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower cut into florets, about 8 cups worth
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese divided
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano divided
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves only
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350f and set one rack on the middle level and one towards the top.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the cauliflower florets for 8 minutes or until almost fork tender, then drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a pot over medium heat then add the onion and cook until soft (about 7-8 minutes). Add the garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add the flour and cook until no white spots appear (1-2 minutes). Add the cream and bring to a low simmer. Once the cream starts to simmer remove the pot from the heat and mix in 3/4 cup Gruyere all of the Pecorino.
- Add the cauliflower, thyme, and nutmeg to the pot and stir to combine. Give the sauce a taste and season with salt and pepper if required. A good amount of pepper is recommended.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish and pour the cauliflower into the dish. Top with the remaining Gruyere cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. If needed, the top can be broiled for the last 1-2 minutes but watch carefully.
- Let the cauliflower au gratin sit for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Other cheeses such as Fontina, Gouda, or Swiss can be subbed for the Gruyere.
- Leftovers can be saved for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
Calories
277kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
16.6g
(6%)
Protein
5.9g
(12%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
12.9g
(65%)
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
66mg
(3%)
Potassium
98mg
(3%)
Fiber
0.9g
(4%)
Sugar
0.8g
(2%)
Calcium
132mg
(13%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 16.6g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.9g | 12% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 66mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 2% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.