CAULIFLOWER PASTA AND CHEESE GRATIN
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To save time this may be prepared earlier in the day to be baked later, careful not to overcook the cauliflower and the pasta as it will become too soft when cooked in the oven --- this is also great using broccoli
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Cauliflower
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Set oven to 400 degrees F.
- Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- In a heavy-bottomed medium-size saucepan, melt the 1/4 cup butter, whisk in the thyme, nutmeg, fresh garlic, cayenne pepper and black pepper; whisk/mix for 2 minutes.
- Add/whisk in the flour, mix for 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly add/whisk in the half and half cream; whisk on med-low heat, until a light boil and thick; reduce heat to low, contine to whisk and cook for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add in the grated cheddar, Parmesan cheese, green onion and the Dijon mustard (if using); mix until all the cheese has melted; season with salt and more black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
- Mix together the sauce, cooked pasta and the cooked, drained cauliflower; toss to combine.
- Transfer and spread the mixture into a prepared greased baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 1-2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese and the melted butter.
- Sprinkle over the cauliflower mixture in the baking pan.
- Bake for 20 22 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
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shaza ahmed
[email protected]I highly recommend this cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin. It's a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. You won't be disappointed!
Aftab ahmad Hunjra
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is the ultimate comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and so satisfying. I love to make it on cold winter nights. It's the perfect dish to warm you up from the inside out.
Mildred Nthatisi
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is a family favorite. My kids love it and I love that it's a healthier alternative to traditional pasta and cheese. I often make it for dinner parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit.
Nick Perkins
[email protected]I love that this cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add roasted red peppers and spinach, but you could also add broccoli, zucchini, or mushrooms. This dish is also grea
MD GEAM
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is so easy to make. I was able to throw it together in no time. The hardest part was waiting for it to bake! This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or for when you're short on time.
Helal Amiri
[email protected]OMG! This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is to die for! The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. This dish is a must-try for cheese lovers.
Benjamin Mwanzia
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is a healthier alternative to traditional pasta and cheese. Cauliflower is low in calories and carbs, and it's packed with nutrients. This dish is also a good source of protein and calcium. I feel good about f
santosh bashyal
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is a great way to save money on your grocery bill. Cauliflower is much cheaper than pasta, and it's just as delicious. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bag of frozen
Sherif Fahmy
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen cauliflower, so I always have the ingredients on hand. This dish is a staple in my
Hafsah Adow
[email protected]As a vegetarian, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cauliflower. This pasta and cheese gratin was a great find. The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the roa
Sadullah Khan
[email protected]I was skeptical about cauliflower pasta, but this dish changed my mind. The cauliflower was perfectly cooked and the cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special
Aiden wisdom
[email protected]This cauliflower pasta and cheese gratin was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful. The cauliflower added a nice texture and made the dish feel lighter than traditional pasta and cheese. I will definitely be making this again!