Quick Cauliflower Gratin
The comforting gratin for winter evenings, without a fussy bechamel. Golden on top, tender underneath, ready in 40 minutes, 30 of them in the oven while you do something else.
Method
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- Cut the cauliflower into florets and cook them 10 minutes in salted boiling water. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour, and stir 1 minute.
- Pour in the milk a little at a time, whisking to avoid lumps, until thickened.
- Off the heat, add half the cheese, the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the cauliflower in a baking dish, cover with the sauce, and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese and a little breadcrumbs.
- Bake 30 minutes at 400°F (200°C), until the top is well browned.
Cook's tip
Go by taste and by eye for the cooking: ovens rarely heat the same way. The top should be golden, not pale.
Nutrition
Estimate per serving.
320Calories
15 gProtein
22 gCarbs
20 gFat
Quick answers
How long does it take?
Plan on 40 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking.
How many people does this recipe serve?
It serves 4. Ingredient amounts scale with the number of servings.
Any tip to get it right?
Go by taste and by eye for the cooking: ovens rarely heat the same way. The top should be golden, not pale.
