Best 8 Easy Cauliflower Au Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable goodness of cauliflower au gratin, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the delicate flavors of cauliflower, creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This classic French dish, made healthier with cauliflower, offers a delightful symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and low-carb options. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this comforting and versatile dish that's perfect for special occasions or everyday meals.

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CLASSIC CAULIFLOWER AU GRATIN



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Yummy, cheesy cauliflower. Very easy to make with a little kick.

Provided by janette

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup light sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup diced onion
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook uncovered until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine sour cream, Cheddar cheese, onion, melted butter, red pepper flakes, and salt in a baking dish. Mix in cauliflower. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 408.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

EASY CAULIFLOWER GRATIN



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Creamy side dish.

Provided by Sue Cantrell

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 head cauliflower, cut into 2-inch chunks
1 (15 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine cauliflower and Alfredo sauce in a 9-inch square baking dish; top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cauliflower is tender, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1139.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

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 AU GRATIN



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Cheesy cauliflower.

Provided by Amy Woessner

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Heat butter in a small saucepan over low heat; cook and stir onion in the melted butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture just starts to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually pour milk into mixture, whisking into a smooth sauce. Cook until just simmering.
  • Remove sauce from heat and stir in half the Cheddar cheese until melted; sprinkle with pepper and nutmeg.
  • Place steamed cauliflower in the prepared baking dish; pour cheese sauce over cauliflower. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and browned, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 43.2 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 249.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

EASY CAULIFLOWER & BROCCOLI AU GRATIN



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Make and share this Easy Cauliflower & Broccoli Au Gratin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 23m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb large cauliflower floret
1 lb large broccoli floret
1/2 cup water
4 ounces light cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
10 Ritz crackers, crushed
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower and broccoli in 2-qt. microwaveable dish. Add water; cover. Microwave on HIGH 8 to 10 minute or until vegetables are tender; drain. Set aside.
  • Microwave cream cheese and milk in 2-cup microwaveable measuring cup or medium bowl 1 minute or until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended when stirred. Add sour cream; mix well. Pour over vegetables; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  • Microwave 2 minute or until cheese is melted.
  • Mix cracker crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over vegetables.

CAULIFLOWER AU GRATIN



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Count on this dish to make new vegetable converts. Whenever I serve it, people ask for the recipe. Sometimes I'll substitute broccoli for all or half the cauliflower, and the green veggie tastes just as good! -Jacki Ricci, Ely, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons butter, cubed
4 ounces cooked ham, chopped
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add ham and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add cauliflower, and cook just until crisp-tender. Combine cream and flour; stir into skillet, and blend well. Add salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute longer. , Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil until lightly browned, 2-4 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 32g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CAULIFLOWER AU GRATIN



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A very simple recipe for cauliflower that everyone always loves (even those who say they 'hate' cauliflower change their minds after trying this).

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large cauliflower, steamed till crisp o r tender and broken up into small florets
white pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 1/2 cups half-and-half, beaten with
2 whole eggs
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs, lightly fried in
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Lightly butter a 13 X 9" pyrex baking dish and put in cauliflower.
  • Season lightly with white pepper and sprinkle all the cheeses over.
  • Beat the eggs into the half and half (you can also use 1 1/2 cups milk, 2 eggs and 1 tblsp cornflour as a sub). Pour over cauliflower-cheese mixture and top with buttered breadcrumbs.
  • Bake in a 375F oven until lightly golden-brown.
  • Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  • This is also super good at room temperature or cold.
  • (Try it for breakfast!) Reheats well, so can be made in advance- just pour a couple of tablespoonfuls of cream (or milk) over for moisture.

EASY CAULIFLOWER GRATIN



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With all the richness of a traditional potato gratin, this vegetable rendition is just as satisfying, but it's healthier.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 slices white sandwich bread, torn into large pieces
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cored and cut into small florets
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor, combine bread and Parmesan. Pulse until coarse crumbs form, about 3 to 4 times; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan with a lid, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly for 1 minute. Whisk in milk.
  • Add cauliflower, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and reduce to a simmer. Cover, and cook until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; gradually stir in Gruyere.
  • Pour mixture into a 2-quart baking dish, and sprinkle with breadcrumb mixture. Cover with aluminum foil; bake until cauliflower is easily pierced with a knife, about 20 minutes. Remove foil, and bake until breadcrumbs are golden brown, about 20 minutes more. Serve.

Tips:

  • To make the cauliflower au gratin even more flavorful, try roasting the cauliflower before baking it. This will give it a slightly caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the cheese sauce.
  • Be sure to use a good quality cheese for the sauce. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère will give the dish the best flavor.
  • If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or even yogurt. However, the sauce will be thinner and less creamy.
  • If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some panko breadcrumbs on top of the cauliflower before baking.
  • Cauliflower au gratin can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. This makes it a great dish for busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower au gratin is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With its creamy cheese sauce, roasted cauliflower, and crispy topping, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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