Horseradish gives this creamy, cheesy cauliflower gratin a special flavor boost for a delicious vegetarian side dish ready in about 1 hour.
Preparation Time
25 mins
Cooking Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Calories
278 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
Step 2
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 3
Chop cauliflower stems into small pieces. Measure out 1/2 cup of cauliflower florets and chop into small pieces. Set aside.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets and cook uncovered until crisp tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain. Toss with Parmesan cheese and chives.
Step 5
Melt butter in a skillet over low heat. Add reserved stems and chopped florets, shallot, and garlic; cook and stir until tender but not brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Cook over high heat until broth evaporates completely, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 6
Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet and puree mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in horseradish, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to a baking dish and add blanched florets; toss to coat evenly with cream mixture. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons heavy cream and top with Gruyere cheese.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets and stems reserved
