Jacques's Cauliflower Au Gratin

Elevate your side dish game with Jacques's Cauliflower Au Gratin—a decadent, creamy casserole that transforms humble cauliflower into the star of the table. This classic French-inspired dish features tender cauliflower florets coated in a velvety Gruyère and Parmesan cheese sauce, spiced with a hint of nutmeg for subtle warmth. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust, this au gratin strikes the perfect balance between comfort and elegance. With its rich, bubbly layers and irresistible texture, it’s an ideal companion to roasted meats or as a standout vegetarian option. Ready in just an hour, it’s perfect for weeknight indulgence or serving at your next dinner party.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut the cauliflower into florets and blanch them in the boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually pour the milk into the roux, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Remove the saucepan from the heat and mix in 1 cup of the Gruyère cheese and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.

Step 6

In a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange the blanched cauliflower florets in an even layer.

Step 7

Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cauliflower, ensuring all florets are coated.

Step 8

In a small mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, remaining Gruyère cheese, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cauliflower.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 10

Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Jacques S Cauliflower Au Gratin alongside your favorite main dish or as a hearty side!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1434.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2006.4

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 377.3mg	0%
Sodium 6404.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 102.2g	0%

Vitamin D 257.4IU	0%
Calcium 2842.6mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2768.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.5%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 21.9%