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Gratin Chou Chou

Cultural Context

Gratin Chou Chou, a traditional French dish, showcases the humble cabbage in a creamy, cheesy bake. Originating from regions where cabbage was a staple, this dish embodies comfort and resourcefulness, transforming simple ingredients into a delightful meal. Today, it enjoys popularity in various forms across French cuisine, often adapted with different cheeses or additional vegetables, making it a versatile choice for home cooks.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
cabbage
butter
onion
garlic
heavy cream
gruyere cheese
parmesan cheese
nutmeg
black pepper
salt
breadcrumbs
fresh parsley
lemon juice
olive oil

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gruyere cheese

🥗Healthier: emmental cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Emmental is a similar melting cheese at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Pecorino offers a similar flavor profile at a lower price.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Remove the core and cut the cabbage into wedges.

3

Boil a large pot of salted water and blanch the cabbage for 5 minutes until tender.

4

Drain the cabbage and let it cool slightly before chopping it coarsely.

5

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and mix well, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

7

Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

8

Season with nutmeg, black pepper, and salt to taste.

9

Transfer the cabbage mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with grated gruyere and parmesan cheese.

10

Top with breadcrumbs and a drizzle of olive oil for extra crispiness.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

12

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

13

Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

saladier

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cabbage GratinGratin de Chou
Local Name: Gratin Chou Chou

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