Description
A creamy and cheesy baked cauliflower gratin perfect for a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam or boil cauliflower florets until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg over medium heat. Do not boil.
- Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted.
- Place cauliflower in a baking dish and pour the creamy cheese sauce over it.
- Top with breadcrumbs and dot with butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower for the best texture.
- For a crispier top, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Add cooked bacon or herbs for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg