Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Cauliflower and Broccoli Gratin. A perfect side dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
Broccoli:
- 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping:
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the vegetables: Cook cauliflower and broccoli until just tender, then drain.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk and seasonings, then stir in cheeses until melted.
- Assemble: Place vegetables in a baking dish, pour cheese sauce over, and toss to coat.
- Add topping: Mix breadcrumbs with olive oil and Parmesan, then sprinkle over the vegetables.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use frozen vegetables—just thaw and drain well before baking.
- Add cooked bacon or diced ham for a heartier dish.
- Swap cheddar with Gruyère or mozzarella for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
