A Gratin of White Cabbage, Cheese, and Mustard

Name: A Gratin of White Cabbage, Cheese, and Mustard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: milk 2 cups (500ml); cloves 2; a couple of bay leaves; butter 2 tablespoons (30g); all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g); a little nutmeg; heavy cream scant 1/2 cup (100ml); Cornish Yarg cheese 1 cup (100g), grated; a medium-sized white cabbage; breadcrumbs a large handful, maybe two

Servings: persons

1
Bring the milk, cloves, and bay almost to a boil, then turn off the heat.
2
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
3
Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour.
4
Let it cook for a minute or two over medium heat, until it smells nutty.
5
Pour in the milk and stir until it has thickened and any lumps have dissolved.
6
If it remains stubbornly lumpy, then you had better get out the whisk.
7
Season with salt, pepper (white would be a nice touch), and a grating of nutmeg.
8
Stir in the heavy cream and the grated cheese.
9
Bring a generous pan of salted water to a boil.
10
Cut the cabbage in half and then into thick slices, like wedges of cake.
11
Dunk the cabbage into the boiling water for a minute or two and then drain.
12
Lay the cabbage pieces in a shallow ovenproof dish.
13
Pour over the sauce, then scatter over the breadcrumbs.
14
Bake for roughly forty-five minutes, until the crust is patchily golden, the edges bubbling enticingly.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: milk 2 cups (500ml), cloves 2, a couple of bay leaves, butter 2 tablespoons (30g), and more.

Yes, A Gratin of White Cabbage, Cheese, and Mustard falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!