How to Make Cauliflower au Gratin - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cauliflower au gratin is a delicious and nourishing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This classic French dish combines tender cauliflower florets with a creamy, cheesy sauce and a golden, crispy topping. It's a great way to get your family to eat their veggies, and it's sure to be a hit at your next potluck or dinner party. And best of all, it's easy to make and can be prepared in advance, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying good food and good company.<...

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Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Heat butter in a small saucepan over low heat; cook and stir onion in the melted butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture just starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually pour milk into mixture, whisking into a smooth sauce. Cook until just simmering.
  • Remove sauce from heat and stir in half the Cheddar cheese until melted; sprinkle with pepper and nutmeg.
  • Place steamed cauliflower in the prepared baking dish; pour cheese sauce over cauliflower. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    208 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 249mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 278mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 403mg