Cauliflower Casserole With Meatballs And Potatoes

Name: Cauliflower Casserole With Meatballs And Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 None bread roll, day-old; 5 tbsp milk; 10 oz ground beef; 1/2 None onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1 None egg yolk; 1 lb new potatoes, peeled and halved; 1 None small cauliflower, cut into florets; 2 None bay leaves; 5 tbsp butter; 2-3 tbsp all purpose flour; 1 None vegetable bouillon cube; 3 tbsp capers; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 pinch grated nutmeg; 1 bunch chives

Servings: persons

1/2 None bread roll, day-old
5 tbsp milk
10 oz ground beef
1/2 None onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 None egg yolk
1 lb new potatoes, peeled and halved
1 None small cauliflower, cut into florets
2 None bay leaves
5 tbsp butter
2-3 tbsp all purpose flour
1 None vegetable bouillon cube
3 tbsp capers
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 pinch grated nutmeg
1 bunch chives

1
Tear up the bread roll and soak it in the milk. In another bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, egg yolk, and bread. Season to taste and make 12 meatballs. Keep them cool in the fridge.
2
Cook the potatoes for 20-25 mins in boiling salted water. In a separate pot, cook the cauliflower with the bay leaves in about 6 cups of boiling salted water for 6-8 mins. Remove the cauliflower and bay leaves and reserve 2 cups of cauliflower water.
3
Meanwhile, melt 2 tbsp of butter in a saucepan. Add the flour and bouillon then pour in cauliflower water and simmer for about 3 mins while stirring. Add the capers, cauliflower and cream and simmer for another 3 mins. Add the nutmeg, season to taste and keep warm.
4
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large pan and cook the meatballs for about 8 mins, or until cooked through. Drain the potatoes and toss them gently in 1 tbsp of butter.
5
Serve the meatballs with the potatoes and cauliflower, sprinkled with chives.

787

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 None bread roll, day-old, 5 tbsp milk, 10 oz ground beef, 1/2 None onion, peeled and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cauliflower Casserole With Meatballs And Potatoes 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!