Cauliflower, Pasta And Cheese Gratin Recipe

Name: Cauliflower, Pasta And Cheese Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 6 cups cauliflower florets (about 1-1/2 pounds); 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta (any small pasta will do); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups 1% low-fat milk; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated; 3/4 cup green onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 slices white bread; 2 teaspoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

8 cups water
6 cups cauliflower florets (about 1-1/2 pounds)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta (any small pasta will do)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups 1% low-fat milk
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 slices white bread
2 teaspoons butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; add cauliflower and 1/2 teaspoon salt to boiling water, and cook 4 minutes or until tender. Remove cauliflower with a slotted spoon, reserving cooking liquid; set cauliflower aside. Bring cooking liquid to a rolling boil. Add pasta, and cook 7 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside.
3
Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup, and level with a knife. Combine flour and milk in a saucepan, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in thyme and garlic; cook over medium heat until thick (about 8 minutes), stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, cheeses, onions, mustard, and pepper.
4
Combine cauliflower, pasta, and cheese sauce in a large bowl. Spoon the cauliflower mixture into a 13x9-inch baking dish. Place bread in food processor; pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs form to measure 1 cup. Combine breadcrumbs with butter; sprinkle evenly over cauliflower mixture. Bake 400u00b0F for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

759

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 8 cups water, 6 cups cauliflower florets (about 1-1/2 pounds), 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta (any small pasta will do), and more.

Yes, Cauliflower, Pasta And Cheese Gratin falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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, Pasta And Cheese Gratin

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