Cavolfiore gratinato al forno

grated cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor with fewer calories.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: grana padano

💰Cheaper: pecorino

Grana padano is a similar cheese with a slightly milder flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Cornstarch can thicken without gluten.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add flour, stirring for 1-2 minutes until golden.

Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Stir in grated cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until melted and smooth.

In a baking dish, combine steamed cauliflower with cheese sauce, mixing gently.

Sprinkle bread crumbs on top for a crispy finish.

Drizzle olive oil over the bread crumbs.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley for freshness.

Cooking Techniques

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