Cauliflower Casserole
By
Marsha Gardner
@mrdick1950
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More ways I use the abundance of cool weather veggies from my Southern Garden.
Rating:
★★★★★ 1 vote5
Serves:
6
Prep:
25 Min
Cook:
15 Min
Ingredients
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1head of cauliflower
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2 largepotatoes
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2 qtchicken broth
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8 ozmascarpone cheese
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1 clovegarlic, peeled, and pressed
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1/8 tspfreshly ground white pepper
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pinchfreshly grated nutmeg
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1 cgruyère or swiss cheese,
How to Make Cauliflower Casserole
- Remove the leaves from the cauliflower, slice it in half, then slice off florets from the stem. Discard the leaves and stem.
- Peel the potatoes and slice in 1/2 inch cubes.
- Bring the broth to a boil and add the cauliflower florets and the cubed potatoes. Boil the vegetables until they are tender - about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and strain.
- Place the vegetables in a food processor and process until smooth. Alternatively you can use a stainless steel food mill to puree the vegetables. Stir in the mascarpone cheese, crushed garlic, egg, pepper and nutmeg until blended.
- Spread the puree in a greased 1 1/2 to 2 quart baking dish and top with the grated cheese.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- VARIATIONS:
Stir in cooked bacon or cubed ham for an extra hearty cauliflower casserole.
Substitute broccoli florets for part of the cauliflower for a more colorful casserole.
For a different flavor, add a couple of pinches of curry or cumin.
About Cauliflower Casserole
Course/Dish: Vegetables, Side Casseroles
