Best Cashew Cauliflower And Leek Gratin Recipes

CAULIFLOWER GRATIN

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Cauliflower gratin is a lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It's so creamy and delicious that even the kids will ask for seconds! If you like a little crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. - Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
4 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Chopped fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Place cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat. Bake 8 minutes. Stir; bake until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 7-8 minutes longer., In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in next 6 ingredients and remaining ½ teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth. , Pour ¾ cup cheese sauce into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with cauliflower and remaining cheese sauce. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and lightly browned, 30-35 minutes. If desired, top with chopped fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

LEEKS AU GRATIN

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Leeks are too delicious to stand only as an enhancement. Here, they're the star of a side dish, with a bit of French flair. -Chuck Mallory, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

6 medium leeks (white and pale green portion only)
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Cut off the root end and the tough leaf ends, then cut leeks lengthwise in half; cut halves crosswise into 3-in. pieces. Place cream, salt, pepper and leeks in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Uncover; simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, until top is golden and leeks are tender, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.