Roasted Cauliflower Gratin

This cauliflower and cheddar cheese casserole is one of those dishes that turns non-veggie lovers into believers with the first bite.

Made with roasted cauliflower florets, béchamel (a classic white sauce) and sharp cheddar cheese, this richly flavored, easy-to-make gratin is a delicious side dish to serve with simple entrées like roast chicken or pork and broiled fish.

Roasted Cauliflower Gratin

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Topped with buttery toasted crumbs and baked until golden, this delicious gratin is made with roasted cauliflower and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce.

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time : 50 minutes mins

Total Time : 1 hour hr

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Ingredients 

• 1 head cauliflower, about 3 lbs, separated into small florets
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/3 cup panko crumbs
• 1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1-1/2 cups whole or 2% milk

Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 425°F and coat a large, shallow baking pan with nonstick spray.
• Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl, drizzle with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking pan and roast until tender and just beginning to turn golden, 18 to 20 minutes.
• Remove the cauliflower from the oven, return to the bowl and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F. Coat a 2-quart casserole with nonstick spray and set aside.
• While the cauliflower is roasting, heat the milk in the microwave or a separate saucepan until very warm, but not scalded.
• Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the panko crumbs, stir to combine and transfer to a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup of the cheese and set aside.
• Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the saucepan and melt over medium heat. Sprinkle with the flour and whisk until blended. Continue cooking, whisking continually, until the mixture is golden and smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Gradually add the warmed milk, whisking continually until well blended. Continue cooking until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 5 to 6 minutes.
• Reduce the heat to low, add the remaining cup of cheese and stir until completely melted. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower, combine well and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole.
• Top evenly with the panko-cheese mixture and bake uncovered until lightly browned and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Cauliflower Gratin

Amount per Serving

Calories

768

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

60

g

92

%

Saturated Fat

 

31

g

194

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

23

g

Cholesterol

 

152

mg

51

%

Sodium

 

1047

mg

46

%

Carbohydrates

 

26

g

9

%

Fiber

 

4

g

17

%

Sugar

 

10

g

11

%

Protein

 

34

g

68

%

Trans Fat

 

2

g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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