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Cauliflower Gratin

Cauliflower Gratin

5 from 1 vote
This Cauliflower Gratin is a comforting, delightful dish, a creamy delight of tender cauliflower in a rich, cheesy sauce.  After baking the Cauliflower Gratin gets a golden-brown crust that makes a delectable contrast to the creamy interior.
Servings 6 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds  (900g) cauliflower , about 1 large head 
  • 3 tsp breadcrumbs , for coating the pan

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp (30g) butter
  • 2 tbsp (20g) flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 ½ cup (360ml) milk
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (25g) Parmesan cheese

For Assembling

  • 1 green onion , finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (50g) Parmesan cheese , grated

For the Breadcrumb Topping

  • 1/3 cup (50g) breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp (15g) butter
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
  • Place cauliflower florets in a steamer basket over simmering water. Cover, and steam the cauliflower for 3 to 4 minutes, just enough to get rid of the rawness but keep it firm. It will continue cooking in the oven.
  • Remove cauliflower from heat and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 F (200C).

Prepare the sauce.

  • In a saucepan add the milk, garlic and bay leaf and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and let infuse for about 5 minutes. Discard the bay leaf and garlic cloves.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the flour. Cook for 1 minute then whisk in the milk. Stir it until it thickens. Season with nutmeg, salt and pepper and remove from heat.
  • Add ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
  • Butter a 9 -10 inch (23-25cm) baking dish and coat it with breadcrumbs.
  • Arrange the steamed cauliflower florets in one layer and sprinkle the green onion over the cauliflower.
  • Pour the sauce all over the cauliflower.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese on top.

Prepare the breadcrumb topping.

  • In a small bowl mix breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, garlic powder and melted butter.
  • Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 6Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 21.2gProtein: 10.8gFat: 11.5gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 576mgPotassium: 614mgFiber: 4.8gSugar: 7.8gCalcium: 245mgIron: 2mg
Calories: 223kcal
Fel de mâncare: Fel principal, Garnitură
Cuisine: Americană
Keyword: baked cauliflower, cauliflower, cauliflower gratin