Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin
Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin pairs tender florets with a velvety cheddar sauce, finished under the broiler for a golden, bubbly top. Hints of nutmeg and black pepper round out the richness, making it a comforting side that’s great for holiday dinners or weeknight roasts. Serve alongside roasted meats or a crisp salad for balance.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Set a steamer insert in a saucepan and add water until it sits just below the steamer. Bring the water to a boil. Add the cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- 3
Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat; cook and stir the onion in the melted butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the flour; cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture just begins to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk to make a smooth sauce. Cook until it just starts to simmer.
- 4
Take the sauce off the heat and stir in half the Cheddar cheese until melted; season with pepper and nutmeg.
- 5
Transfer the steamed cauliflower to the prepared baking dish; pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower. Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and browned, about 25 minutes.
- Calories 182.19 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.98 g Moderate
- Carbs 7.87 g Moderate
- Total Fat 13.37 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 7.79 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 36.9 mg Moderate
- Sodium 200.02 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.41 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.14 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 251.37 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.17 mg Low Source
- Potassium 125.28 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 26.01 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.65 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin is a French side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Cauliflower Florets. Each serving provides about 182.19 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin?
- It is a French gratin recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Cauliflower Florets, Ground Nutmeg. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 182.19 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
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