Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 500 g of cauliflower |
 200 ml of light liquid cream |
 1 + 1/2 teaspoons of salt |
 2 teaspoons of potato starch |
 115 g of grated cheese |
 20 g of butter |
Utensils
 Baking dish |
 Saucepan |
 Colander |
 Wooden spoon |
 Knife |
Cheese grater |
 Oven |
 Oven mitt |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Rest time: None
Cooking time: 20 minutes
STEP 1: Start by cutting the cauliflower into small florets and steam them for 10 to 20 minutes.
STEP 2: Preheat your oven to 180°C to prepare for the baking of the gratin.
STEP 3: Place the cauliflower florets in a baking dish that you have previously buttered.
STEP 4: Pour a creamy béchamel sauce evenly over the cauliflower florets.
STEP 5: Generously sprinkle the top with grated cheese, such as Gruyère, for a nice golden crust.
STEP 6: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes until the gratin is nicely golden.
The cauliflower gratin turns out to be a quick and easy option to prepare to delight your guests. In just a few simple steps, you can transform a often overlooked vegetable into a tasty dish that will please the whole family. Steaming preserves the texture of the cauliflower, while the béchamel and cheese bring comfort.
Adapt this recipe to your liking by adding ingredients such as small bacon pieces or fresh herbs. Feel free to explore other variations like potato gratin or pumpkin gratin to diversify your meals. For more inspiration, check out similar recipes like spaetzle gratin or Swiss chard gratin.
