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Creamy Gruyére Cauliflower Gratin with Leeks Delights!

A rich and creamy cauliflower gratin featuring Gruyère cheese, leeks, and toasted breadcrumbs, perfect for a comforting side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 heads cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large leek white and light green parts only, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the cauliflower florets for about 5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the sliced leeks for about 5 minutes until soft. Add the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Gruyère cheese until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
  5. Combine the blanched cauliflower with the cheese sauce, mixing until the florets are well coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cauliflower and cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or a plant-based milk alternative.
  • Add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor and protein, or mix in some sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian twist.

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