Smoky Cauliflower Gratin Italiano
A creamy, cheesy Italian-inspired dish featuring smoky, crispy cauliflower gratin.
Ingredients
- ●1 head cauliflower
- ●2 tbsp olive oil smokysmoked paprika
- ●1 cup grated parmesan cheese gratin
- ●1 cup heavy cream british
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp pepper
- ●1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. Rinse the cauliflower and break into florets. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until the cauliflower is evenly coated.
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3. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
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4. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the cream has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
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5. Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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6. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange the roasted cauliflower in an even layer. Pour the cream sauce over the cauliflower.
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7. Sprinkle the top with dried basil. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the sauce is bubbly.
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8. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.