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Baked Smoky Blue Cauliflower Gratin
Prep Time
20
Minutes
Cook Time
2
Hours
Serves
4 - 6
People
Effort
What's this?
A creamy gratin features a mosaic of flavors: sharp cheddar, blue cheese, cauliflower, and bread crumbs combine for a unique and smoky dish.
Ingredients
2 Head Cauliflower, cut into florets
3 Tablespoon butter
3 Tablespoon flour
2 Cup milk
1 Cup heavy cream
1 Teaspoon sea salt
1/2 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 Teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 Teaspoon Nutmeg
1/4 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
4 Ounce blue cheese
1/2 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1/2 Cup panko breadcrumbs
Steps
1
Fill a large stock pot 3/4 way full of water. Bring to a rapid boil and add cauliflower. Cook for 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.2
When ready to cook, set the Traeger to 325℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.3
While preheating, melt butter in a large cast iron skillet. Sprinkle flour over the butter and whisk until fully incorporated. Slowly add milk and cream and reduce heat to low. Using a whisk, continue to stir until sauce is thick, about 10 minutes.4
Remove from heat and add salt, pepper, mustard, nutmeg, cayenne along with 2 cups of sharp cheddar, and the blue cheese. Continue to stir until all the cheese has fully melted.5
Add the cauliflower into the skillet and stir until completely coated in the sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and panko.6
Place the skillet on the grill rack and allow to cook for 1 hour 15 minutes, rotating 180° halfway through.7
Garnish with freshly ground pepper and parsley. Serve hot. Enjoy!