Cauliflower & Mushroom Au Gratin Recipe/ Vegetable au gratin/Vegetable cheesy baked recipes

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gruyere cheese

🥗Healthier: fontina cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Fontina offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Pecorino is often less expensive and adds a salty flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko crumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can provide a crunchy topping at a lower cost.

Prepare the white sauce by melting 2 tbsp of desi ghee/butter in a pan, adding 2 tbsp of refined flour, and stirring until combined. Gradually add 1 & 1/2 cup of cold milk, whisking until thickened. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.

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

Slice the mushrooms and sauté in a skillet with 2 tbsp of desi ghee/butter over medium heat until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Add the finely sliced onions to the mushrooms, cooking until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Combine the steamed cauliflower, sautéed mushrooms, and onions with the prepared white sauce, mixing gently to combine.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Sprinkle 50 grams of grated cheese over the top and add 4-5 crushed peppercons.

Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

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