Cauliflower and Bacon Gratin Recipe

Name: Cauliflower and Bacon Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Unsalted butter, for dish, plus 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons), cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 slices day-old sourdough bread or 2 cups bread crumbs; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained; 8 ounces bacon, cooked until crispy and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 cup grated Gruyere, divided; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets; Olive oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

Unsalted butter, for dish, plus 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 slices day-old sourdough bread or 2 cups bread crumbs
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
8 ounces bacon, cooked until crispy and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup grated Gruyere, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets
Olive oil, for drizzling

1
Place an oven rack in the center of the oven.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8 by 8-inch casserole dish.
3
Set aside.
4
In the bowl of a food processor, blend the bread until it forms into crumbs.
5
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the butter over medium heat.
6
Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring constantly until all the butter has been absorbed and the bread crumbs are toasted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
7
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream and flour.
8
Add the capers, bacon and 1/2 cup of the Gruyere.
9
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
10
Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil over high heat.
11
Add the cauliflower and cook for 2 minutes.
12
Drain the cauliflower and toss with the cream mixture.
13
Pour the cauliflower mixture into the prepared baking dish.
14
Sprinkle with the bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
15
Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the cheese has melted and the top is golden brown.

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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: Unsalted butter, for dish, plus 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons), cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 3 slices day-old sourdough bread or 2 cups bread crumbs, 3/4 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Cauliflower and Bacon Gratin falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Cauliflower and Bacon Gratin

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