Crusted Cauliflower Au Gratin

Submitted by Theresa P

"This is an elegant dish. Great for Thanksgiving or Christmas. The cauliflower is mellow and cheesy with a little crunch from the bread crumbs."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1⁄2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1⁄2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or swiss)
• 1⁄4 cup melted butter

directions

1. Put cauliflower in pan with 1 inch of water and 1 teaspoon salt.
2. Bring to boil; cover and reduce heat.
3. Cook for about 6 minutes until crisp tender; drain.
4. Butter 2-quart baking dish and add cauliflower.
5. Pour cream over top and sprinkle salt and cheese over all.
6. Mix lightly with spoon.
7. Combine 1/4 cup melted butter and 1/2 cup bread crumbs and sprinkle over top.
8. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
9. Enjoy!

Reviews

[Merlot]

This is a great way to serve cauliflower. We loved the creamy cheesy sauce (I used cheddar) and the crunchy topping. A wonderful side dish that is easy to prepare. I'm so glad I found this. :-)

 

[Cindy B.]

This is delicious! I made sure to use fresh shredded Parmesan, but also added a fresh Italian blend as well (Asiago, etc). I used a bit less swiss, and used baby swiss. Delicious cold or warm! I plan on making it again this weekend!

 

[terry mc]

Was super easy and VERY good, was a real crowd pleaser. I followed the recipe but added a little more cheese and some bacon bits.

 

[Mercy]

Fantastic comfort food and so easy! I doubled the recipe by using a head of fresh cauliflower, microwaved for 8 minutes instead of boiling it, and an additional bag of previously frozen broccoli/cauliflower mix. I doubled the cream and Colby Jack cheese for the extra veggies and I also made it lower carb by using crushed pork rinds instead of the breadcrumbs. I think I could eat the whole pan myself! This one is a definite keeper!

 

[ltdsaloon16r]

This is delicious and I will definitely be making this again..I loved the cream flavour and the breadcrumb topping..I used cheddar cheese. The best part was its not stodgy like some cauliflower and cheese recipes can be..a favourite for sure.