CAULIFLOWER DILL KUGEL

Cauliflower Dill Kugel image

I enjoy cauliflower and kugel, so it made sense to combine the two into one special dish. The ricotta cheese adds a distinctive creaminess and lightness. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced shallots
4 large eggs
2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup dill weed, divided
3 teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower, thawed and patted dry
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Remove and set aside., In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup parsley, shredded cheese, 3 tablespoons dill, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Stir in cauliflower and shallots. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish., In the same skillet, heat remaining butter. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic powder and the remaining parsley, dill, lemon zest and salt. Sprinkle over cauliflower mixture., Bake, uncovered, until set, 35-45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.