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Cauliflower Au Gratin

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  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 40 min
  • Ingredients 10
  • Servings 4
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My brother and I used to give my mom a hard time with cauliflower, so my mom began experimenting with different recipes to find one that we would actually eat. One recipe was finally a winner among her countless inventions, and today, I’d like to share it with you. The cauliflower is tender and crunchy, covered in a delicious sauce and tons of melted cheese. What kid doesn’t like cheese? It’s an irresistible combination! Serve with meats or soups, or for lunch with a slice or two of garlic bread.
by Silvia Martinez
Updated Sep 29, 2015
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Ingredients

  • 1 medium-sized cauliflower (approx. 1 lb)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 large tomatoes, washed and diced
  • 1/2 white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, washed, deveined and finely chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 cup plain Progresso™ bread crumbs
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

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    1
    Separate the cauliflower in small florets.
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    2
    Add water to a boiler and steam the florets for 8-10 minutes, until tender yet crispy.
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    3
    Preheat the oven to 400° F.
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    4
    While steaming, prepare the salad.
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    5
    Heat the oil in a wide saucepan and fry the onion for a few minutes. Add the tomato, jalapeño and salt, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the tomatoes are bland and pale red. Turn off the stove and let rest.
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    6
    Arrange the cauliflower florets in an oven-safe dish. Cover with 3/4 of the sauce. Sprinkle with a layer of bread crumbs, a layer of the two cheeses, and a top layer with the remaining sauce.
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    7
    Bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and completely melted.
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    8
    Serve immediately.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    To save even more time, use a premade sauce in place of the homemade version.

Nutrition Information

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More About This Recipe

  • My brother and I used to give my mom a hard time with cauliflower, so my mom began experimenting with different recipes to find one that we would actually eat. One recipe was finally a winner among her countless inventions, and today, I’d like to share it with you. The cauliflower is tender and crunchy, covered in a delicious sauce and tons of melted cheese. What kid doesn’t like cheese? It’s an irresistible combination! Serve with meats or soups, or for lunch with a slice or two of garlic bread.
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