GRATIN OF CAULIFLOWER, TOMATO, PINE NUTS & SAFFRON

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This is a fantastic, different way to serve cauliflower. It's a modification of a recipe from Fine Cooking. I love it. Great with lamb or any braised meat.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup pine nuts
4 slices of firm white bread, toasted and crusts removed
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 2 lbs.)
kosher salt
fresh black pepper
1 medium onion, diced
1 pinch saffron
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped black kalamata olive

Steps:

  • In a small, dry skillet over medium low heat, toast the pine nuts, shaking constantly, until they are lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Tear the bread into pieces and put them into a food processor.
  • Process until you have coarse crumbs, about 30 seconds.
  • Transfer to a small bowl, drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, mix well, and toss with 1 tablespoon of the parsley. Set aside.
  • Heat the oven to 375ºF.
  • In an ovenproof, large skillet (or a regular skillet, but you'll have to transfer the mixture to an ovenproof dish, so prepare a 9x9 shallow baking dish), heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the cauliflower and saute until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and continue to cook until the cauliflower is deep golden brown, but still firm, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Transfer the cauliflower to a bowl.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and add the onion.
  • Saute until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the saffron and stir to combine.
  • Add the tomatoes and olives and simmer over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat, fold in the cauliflower, the pine nuts, the remaining parsley.
  • If the skillet isn't ovenproof, pour the mixture into your prepared dish.
  • Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top.
  • Bake until heated through and the flavors have had a chance to combine, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

Timaleilaniwainibitu Robyen
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Overall, this gratin was a delicious and satisfying dish. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new and exciting vegetarian recipe.


Shaneey Cateann
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I'm not a very experienced cook and I found the instructions to be a bit confusing.


Princess Prescious
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This gratin was definitely different from anything I've ever had before. The flavors were amazing and I will definitely be making it again.


JaJuan Steele
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This gratin is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids. My kids loved the cheesy sauce and the crunchy pine nuts.


scara m
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I had some leftover cauliflower and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I found this recipe and it was the perfect solution. The gratin was delicious and it used up all of my leftover cauliflower.


Laila jutti Jutti
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I'm a vegetarian and I was looking for a hearty and flavorful dish to serve at a potluck. This gratin fit the bill perfectly. It was a big hit with everyone, even the meat-eaters.


Haseeb baloch
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The gratin was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I loved the pop of color from the tomatoes and the nutty flavor of the pine nuts.


Mahir Hingoro
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning or a stronger cheese.


SAGAR PAK
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I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The gratin was creamy and flavorful, and the pine nuts added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Raymond Mercy
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Wow! This gratin was a hit at our dinner party. Everyone raved about the delicious flavors and the beautiful presentation.


Hania Ali
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This cauliflower dish was a delight! The combination of flavors from the tomato, pine nuts, and saffron was unique and incredibly satisfying. I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect.


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