Celeriac and Lovely Spring Gratin
A delicious and comforting side dish that combines the natural sweetness of celeriac with the lovely spring vegetables.
Ingredients
- ●1 large celeriacpeeled and thinly sliced
- ●1 bunch lovely spring vegetables (such as asparagus, carrots, and spring onions)trimmed and chopped
- ●1/2 cup gratin cheesegrated
- ●2 tablespoons dutch buttersoftened
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large saucepan, combine the sliced celeriac and chopped spring vegetables. Add enough cold water to cover the vegetables, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 4
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the grated cheese until melted and smooth.
- 6
Drain the cooked vegetables and add them to the cheese sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with additional grated cheese if desired.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the gratin is heated through, about 20-25 minutes.
- 9
Serve hot and enjoy!