Description
Indulge in our Cauliflower Au Gratin, a delightful side dish featuring tender cauliflower florets baked in a creamy cheese sauce with a crispy breadcrumb topping. This comforting dish pairs well with any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Steam or boil cauliflower florets until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, cooking until the mixture thickens. Stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place cauliflower florets in the prepared baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over the top.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the cauliflower.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix in a bit of garlic powder or nutmeg into the cheese sauce.
- This dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cauliflower Au Gratin, Cheesy Cauliflower Bake, Cauliflower Gratin Recipe, Creamy Cauliflower
