Cauliflower Parmigiana with Gruyere Sauce

Cauliflower is paired with a delicious Gruyere cheese sauce to create a tasty gratin that works with any main dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 577 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ½ cup half-and-half
• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, divided
• ½ pound cauliflower florets
• ⅛ cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 pinch truffle salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bake in the preheated oven until top is lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease an 8x10-inch oval casserole dish.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets and boil for 3 minutes. Drain.

Step 4

Cut the florets into slices and arrange in the baking dish. Scatter red bell pepper pieces on top.

Step 5

Melt butter in a large saucepan. Add flour and whisk to create a paste. Pour in half-and-half, stirring to incorporate. Add 3/4 cup Gruyère cheese and truffle salt. Pour cheese sauce over the cauliflower. Sprinkle remaining cheese and panko on top.