Classic Cauliflower Gratin (Chou-Fleur au Gratin) with Foolproof Béchamel
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Cauliflower gratin is a French-style baked dish made with tender cauliflower, a creamy béchamel sauce, and a golden layer of melted cheese. It’s the kind of cozy, reliable comfort food you make for an easy weeknight dinner, a Sunday family meal, or anytime you want a warm vegetable side that feels special.
Ingredients
Instructions
Heat oven to 400°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Blanch cauliflower florets 6–8 minutes until barely tender. Drain very well.
Make béchamel: melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk. Cook, whisking, until thick enough to coat a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and optional turmeric.
Assemble: place cauliflower in a baking dish, pour béchamel over, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Bake 12–15 minutes until bubbling. Broil 2–4 minutes until deeply golden.
Rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 350 kcal
- Serving Size
- 1 serving
