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Baked Cauliflower Gratin with Cheesy White Sauce

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Baked cauliflower gratin with cheesy white sauce. A simple plant-forward casserole with creamy texture and rich flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 336
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons butter or plant-based butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups milk or plant-based milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

Cuisinart Microwave Steamer
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Oven Baking pans

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Steam cauliflower florets for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.
  6. Cook until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in half of the shredded cheese.
  8. Place cauliflower in a baking dish and pour sauce over it.
  9. Top with remaining cheese.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition

Calories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 331mgPotassium: 849mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 730IUVitamin C: 104mgCalcium: 343mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Do not overcook cauliflower before baking
• Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting
• Let gratin rest briefly before serving

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