Best Cauliflower Cheddar Gratin With Horseradish Crumbs Recipes

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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

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.

TRADITIONAL ENGLISH CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER CHEESE - GRATIN



Traditional English Cheddar Cauliflower Cheese - Gratin image

When I was growing up, we NEVER called this dish a "Gratin" - it was always Cauliflower cheese and was invariably our main meal and NOT an accompaniment! My mother had to be very clever and thrifty in what she bought & cooked, and in the absence of meat on the table, she used cheese as the protein! This dish has become very "fashionable" again is served in many guises, Cauliflower Noisette, Cauliflower Gratin, Cheese and Cauliflower Bake...but to me, it will always be just Cauliflower Cheese, and it remains one of my favourite meals! I do serve it as an accompaniment now, but you have to be very careful what you serve it with, as it is very cheesy and rich. Alternatively, just have it as a main meal and serve some homemade bread and butter with it and maybe some salad or steamed spring greens! By the way, if you make a large batch, it freezes very well - either in small plastic containers or in zip lock bags; defrost and microwave to re-heat OR reheat over a Bain Marie. Try wherever possible to use English Mustard AND a good mature Cheddar cheese in the sauce, it DOES make a huge difference to the taste, and other types of mustards & cheeses do not work as well.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large cauliflower
300 ml milk
220 g Mature cheddar cheese, finely grated
3 tablespoons plain flour
50 g butter
25 g fresh breadcrumbs (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried English mustard (Colman's)
nutmeg
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • *If oven baking, pre-heat oven to 225C or 450°F.
  • Trim the cauliflower & break into small florets.
  • Boil in salted water for 10-15 minutes or until just tender.
  • Drain in a colander and then place in a buttered ovenproof baking dish.
  • Add the milk, flour and butter to a saucepan.
  • Heat and whisking with a wire whisk continuously until the sauce thickens, boils and is smooth.
  • Allow to simmer for a further 2 minutes.
  • Add three-quarters of the grated cheese, mustard, a pinch of nutmeg and seasoning.
  • Cook for further minute stirring well.
  • Pour the sauce over the cauliflower.
  • Mix the remaining cheese, and breadcrumbs, if using, together, sprinkle over the top.
  • Place under a hot grill until golden brown, OR, bake in a pre-heated oven 225C/450F for about 15 to 25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.2, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 37, Sodium 187.7, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 4, Protein 7.2

CAULIFLOWER AND HORSERADISH GRATIN



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Provided by Barbara Hansen

Categories     Cheese     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Horseradish     Cauliflower     Winter     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 pounds cauliflower, trimmed, cut into florets (about 8 cups)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups half and half
7 tablespoons prepared white horseradish
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
Ground nutmeg
1 cup packed grated Fontina cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cups fresh French breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Steam cauliflower until crisp-tender, about 9 minutes. Transfer to 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir 2 minutes (do not brown). Gradually whisk in half and half. Cook until sauce boils and thickens, whisking constantly, about 4 minutes. Mix in 5 tablespoons horseradish and vinegar. Season to taste with nutmeg, salt and pepper. Pour sauce over cauliflower and mix to coat. Sprinkle cheese over. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Mix in mustard and remaining 2 tablespoons horseradish. Add breadcrumbs; stir until crumbs are golden brown, about 9 minutes. Sprinkle over cauliflower.
  • Bake until cauliflower is heated through, about 25 minutes.

CAULIFLOWER GRATIN



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Prep Ina Garten's recipe for Cauliflower Gratin from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network ahead as a creamy, cheesy vegetable side for a no-stress dinner party.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (3-pound) head cauliflower, cut into large florets
Kosher salt
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups hot milk
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
3/4 cup freshly grated Gruyere, divided
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook the cauliflower florets in a large pot of boiling salted water for 5 to 6 minutes, until tender but still firm. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the flour, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes. Pour the hot milk into the butter-flour mixture and stir until it comes to a boil. Boil, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, or until thickened. Off the heat, add 1 teaspoon of salt, the pepper, nutmeg, 1/2 cup of the Gruyere, and the Parmesan.
  • Pour 1/3 of the sauce on the bottom of an 8 by 11 by 2-inch baking dish. Place the drained cauliflower on top and then spread the rest of the sauce evenly on top. Combine the bread crumbs with the remaining 1/4 cup of Gruyere and sprinkle on top. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle over the gratin. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is browned. Serve hot or at room temperature.

CAULIFLOWER CHEDDAR GRATIN WITH HORSERADISH CRUMBS



Cauliflower Cheddar Gratin with Horseradish Crumbs image

Categories     Cheese     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Cauliflower     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb cauliflower (1 large head), cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch florets
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
6 oz sharp Cheddar, coarsely grated (2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped scallion greens
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
20 (2-inch square) saltine crackers
2 tablespoons drained bottled horseradish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Cook cauliflower in a 5- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain cauliflower well in a colander and transfer to a buttered 2-quart baking dish.
  • While cauliflower is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a 3- to 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat and whisk in flour. Cook roux over low heat, whisking, 3 minutes. Add milk in a slow stream, whisking, and bring to a boil, whisking frequently. Reduce heat and simmer sauce, whisking occasionally, 8 minutes. Remove from heat and add cheese, scallion greens, salt, and pepper, whisking until cheese is melted. Pour cheese sauce over cauliflower and stir gently to combine.
  • Coarsely crumble crackers into a bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan, then remove from heat and stir in horseradish. Pour over crumbs and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over cauliflower.
  • Bake gratin in middle of oven until topping is golden brown, about 10 minutes.

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