Roasted Cauliflower and Aged White Cheddar Gratin
by Alex Brad
Source: https://www.closetcooking.com
Tip: Make sure to brown the butter and then cook the flour in the butter until it starts to brown to get more flavor in the bechamel sauce and ensure that there is no floury taste.
Roasted Cauliflower and Aged White Cheddar Gratin
Tender roasted cauliflower in an aged white cheddar sauce that is baked until golden brown and bubbling with a crispy panko breadcrumb topping.
Servings: makes 4-8 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons oil
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour (rice flour for gluten-free)
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, optional
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup aged white cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs (gluten-free)
Directions
1. Toss the cauliflower florets in the oil along with the salt and pepper and arrange them in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
2. Roast the cauliflower in a preheated 400F oven until lightly golden brown, about 20-30 minutes.
3. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, mix in the flour and let cook until it just starts to brown a little.
4. Mix in the milk, nutmeg, salt and pepper, and cheese and heat until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
5. Mix cauliflower into the bechamel sauce, pour into a baking dish, and top with the bread crumbs.
6. Bake in a preheated 350F oven until it is bubbling on the sides and golden brown on top, about 15-20 minutes.
Thank you and Bon Appetite. Alex
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