Como Hacer Coliflor Gratinada o Asada con Bechamel

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water + cornstarch thickens the sauce.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko gives a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often cheaper.

Cut the leaves off the cauliflower and place it in hot water.

Boil the cauliflower in hot water with 1 teaspoon of salt for about 10-12 minutes until it changes color but is not fully cooked.

Remove the cauliflower from the water and let it cool slightly.

Cut the yellow cheese into strips for filling the cauliflower.

Prepare the prosciutto or ham by cutting it into pieces for filling.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Gradually add the warmed milk to the flour mixture, stirring continuously until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

Fill the cauliflower with the cheese and prosciutto, making sure to stuff it into the openings.

Pour the béchamel sauce over the stuffed cauliflower, ensuring it is well covered.

Sprinkle grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the béchamel sauce.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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