In need of a tasty and visually appealing vegetarian accompaniment to impress your dinner guests? Search no more! This Garlic and Herb Baked Cauliflower Gratin with Gruyere Cheese is your answer. Each morsel of soft cauliflower is bathed in creamy garlic-herb mix, given a rich topping of melted Gruyere cheese, and baked until it achieves a perfect golden brown hue. This mouth-watering gratin is an ideal choice for enhancing any meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp of fresh rosemary
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/4 cup of flour
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 cup of grated Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam the cauliflower florets until they are tender, but still slightly firm.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add the flour to the butter mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add the milk to the butter mixture, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a baking dish, layer the cauliflower florets with the garlic and herb sauce and grated Gruyere cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
This delightful dish is perfect for 4-6 people and pairs exquisitely with roasted chicken or turkey, as well as a side of savory roasted vegetables.