How to Make Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin is a comforting and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This delectable recipe combines two nutritious and versatile vegetables with a creamy, cheesy sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping. Whether you're looking for a festive side dish to accompany a holiday feast, or a hearty addition to a weeknight meal, this gratin is sure to delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger.

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 2 heads cauliflower
  • 2 heads broccoli
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 (3-quart) baking dish

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with 2 teaspoons butter.
  • Core and cut cauliflower into large florets. Cut broccoli into large florets; peel and quarter broccoli stalks.
  • Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil; add cauliflower and boil until tender but still firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer cauliflower to strainer using a slotted spoon; run under cold water to stop cooking. Add broccoli stalks to stockpot and boil 3 minutes; add broccoli florets to stockpot and boil until stalks and florets are tender but still firm, about 5 minutes more. Transfer broccoli to strainer and run under cold water to stop cooking. Dry cauliflower and broccoli with paper towels and place in prepared baking dish.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste. Continue whisking constantly until flour begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Add milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly, until sauce thickens, 2 to 4 minutes more. Remove sauce from heat; whisk in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and pepper. Whisk in Cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Pour cheese sauce over cauliflower and broccoli. Rap baking dish on counter a few times to remove air bubbles.
  • Mix bread crumbs and olive oil together in a small bowl. Top vegetable and sauce mixture with bread crumb mixture. Sprinkle paprika over bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    527 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 79mg
    • Sodium: 657mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 134mg
    • Calcium: 489mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 923mg