CAULIFLOWER GRATIN WITH GOAT CHEESE TOPPING
Cauliflower is at its peak now, from December through March, when produce markets often are otherwise spare, particularly if you happen to live in a northern climate. Like other cruciferous vegetables, cauliflower is an abundant source of phytonutrients and enzymes that may help neutralize toxins damaging to the body's cells. It's an excellent source of vitamins C and K, folate and dietary fiber, and a very good source of vitamins B5 and B6, tryptophan, omega-3 fatty acids and manganese. All are good reasons to include it in your diet. One more thing: if you have trouble persuading your kids to eat dishes with cooked cauliflower, try serving the florets raw. Even some of the most vegetable-averse kids seem to like it uncooked. Of all of the gratins that I make, this is the easiest to throw together. It works as a vegetarian main dish or as a side.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Oil a two-quart gratin dish with olive oil.
- Place the cauliflower in a steaming basket above one inch of boiling water. Cover and steam for one minute. Lift the lid and allow steam to escape for 15 seconds, then cover again and steam for six to eight minutes, until the cauliflower is tender. Remove from the heat and refresh with cold water. Drain on paper towels, then transfer to the gratin dish.
- Season the cauliflower generously with salt and pepper, then toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and half of the thyme. Spread in an even layer.
- Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with a quarter-teaspoon salt, and mash to a paste. Combine with the goat cheese and milk in a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and blend until smooth. Add the remaining thyme and freshly ground pepper to taste, and pulse together. Spread this mixture over the cauliflower in an even layer.
- Just before baking, sprinkle on the breadcrumbs and drizzle on the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until the top is lightly browned and the dish is sizzling. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 263, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 714 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Gabe Loeffler
[email protected]This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The cauliflower was mushy and the goat cheese topping was too salty.
Indiana Madeley
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cauliflower gratin is always a hit with my family and friends. The goat cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Thabiso Selby Mokhutshoane
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and it turned out great! The cauliflower was tender and the goat cheese topping was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Huma Karki
[email protected]This is the best cauliflower gratin recipe I've ever tried. The cauliflower is cooked perfectly and the goat cheese topping is to die for. I will definitely be making this again.
Fasih Shaikh
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy cauliflower and the tangy goat cheese topping.
Svein Nillsen
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. I think it would be better with a lighter cheese, like mozzarella.
jo jo
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for cauliflower gratin. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. The goat cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Riana Narine
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The cauliflower is tender and flavorful, and the goat cheese topping is perfectly browned and creamy.
Paula Harrison
[email protected]This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The cauliflower was mushy and the goat cheese topping was too salty.
Thabang Shoun
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cauliflower gratin is always a hit with my family and friends. The goat cheese topping is the perfect finishing touch.
MissLillian King (MissKing)
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and it turned out great! The cauliflower was tender and the goat cheese topping was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Subash Shrestha
[email protected]The cauliflower gratin was good, but the goat cheese topping was a bit too strong for me.
Serwan kamal
[email protected]This cauliflower gratin was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Abel Saravia
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cauliflower gratin was delicious and the goat cheese topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdul Waheed Jakhrani Baloch
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so well. The cauliflower was tender and the goat cheese topping was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Aiden Ferguson
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The presentation was beautiful and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Bishal Biswas
[email protected]This cauliflower gratin was a hit! The goat cheese topping was perfectly browned and added a delicious tanginess to the dish. The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and was still slightly firm, which I prefer.