Decadent Creamy Cauliflower Gratin

Decadent Creamy Cauliflower Gratin

60 mins
easy
6 servings

A comforting and flavorful cauliflower gratin, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This recipe elevates simple cauliflower with a rich béchamel sauce and melted cheese.

CauliflowerGratinVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Baking dish
  • Large Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1.20 kgCauliflower(Cut into small florets, removing tough stems.)
  • 50.00 gButter(For the béchamel sauce.)
  • 50.00 gAll-Purpose Flour(For the béchamel sauce.)
  • 75.00 clMilk(Whole milk for richness.)
  • 70.00 gGrated Gruyère Cheese(For the gratin.)
  • 1.00 pinchNutmeg(Freshly grated for best flavor.)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(To taste.)
  • 1.00 pinchBlack Pepper(To taste.)
  • 10.00 springsChives(Finely chopped for garnish.)

Instructions

1

Boil cauliflower florets in salted water for 10-12 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

2

Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Stir in half of the cheese and chives. Add the cooked cauliflower florets. Mix well.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Pour the cauliflower mixture into a greased baking dish.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Dot with butter.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

9

Let cool slightly before serving.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes