Easy Cauliflower Gratin
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Easy Cauliflower Gratin
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Cauliflower Gratin is a cheesy, creamy and easy cauliflower recipe perfect for any meal, from busy weeknight dinners to holiday meals. In this Cauliflower Gratin recipe, steamed cauliflower is baked in a rich and decadent homemade cream sauce until golden brown and bubbly.
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Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower cut into large florets (about 3 pounds - or 8 cups of florets)
- 4 tablespoons 1/2 stick butter, divided
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- ½ cup grated gruyere cheese
- ½ cup grated white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Chopped parsley or chives to garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Cook the cauliflower florets until tender but still firm (al dente).
- You can cook the cauliflower in a large pot of boiling salted water for about 4-5 minutes, then drain. Or you can place the cauliflower florets in a microwave safe bowl with ½ cup of water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave for about 5 minutes. Remove from the microwave and drain.
- Meanwhile, make a roux by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly, pour the milk into the butter-flour mixture whisking constantly. Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking frequently. Lower the heat and simmer for about 1 minute or until the sauce thickens. Remove from the heat.
- Season with salt (about ½ to 1 teaspoon), ground black pepper and nutmeg. Add the Gruyere cheese, the white cheddar cheese and ¼ cup of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Pour one third of the sauce on the bottom of an 8 x 11 x 2-inch baking dish.
- Place the drained cauliflower on top and then pour the rest of the sauce over the cauliflower. Spread the sauce evenly.
- In a small bowl, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- To make the Panko topping, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese and the melted butter in a small bowl. Mix to combine.
- Sprinkle the Panko mixture on top of the cauliflower gratin and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Serve hot or at room temperature garnished with chopped parsley (optional).
Nutrition Information
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Calories
281kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
378mg
(16%)
Potassium
420mg
(12%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
629IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
46mg
(51%)
Calcium
398mg
(40%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 378mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 420mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 629IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 398mg | 40% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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