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A golden brown cauliflower gratin in a white baking dish with melted cheese and crispy breadcrumbs.

Cauliflower Gratin

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all -purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère cheese, divided
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. Steam or boil cauliflower florets for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain thoroughly and pat dry.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes to create a light roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk and simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of Gruyère, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Place the cooked cauliflower into the prepared baking dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top.
  7. Sprinkle with the remaining Gruyère, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.