cauliflower gratin
4 servings
1 headcauliflower florets
2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
3 tablespoonsall-purpose flour
2 cupshot whole milk
1 teaspoonkosher salt
½ teaspoonground black pepper
¼ teaspoonground nutmeg
½ cupgrated Gruyere cheese
½ cupgrated Parmesan cheese
¼ cupfresh bread crumbs
¼ cupgrated Gruyere cheese
2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
  1. Blanch cauliflower in salted water for 5 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter. Add flour and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Add milk, stir until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cheeses.
  4. Coat bottom of 9x13-inch pan with a third of the sauce. Place cauliflower on top and spread remaining sauce evenly on top.
  5. Combine bread crumbs and remaining ¼ cup Gruyere. Sprinkle on top.
  6. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Drizzle over gratin. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  7. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
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