“This recipe is fantastic”: try this cauliflower gratin that 750g readers recommend!

Cauliflower gratin is a comforting and delicious dish, ideal for all our fall meals. Chef Damien has proposed a succulent recipe for this traditional dish which is a real seasonal pleasure. Rated 4.6/5 by 750g readers, this recipe is the most popular with our readers. Both tasty and creamy, béchamel brings a real plus to this seasonal recipe. Even the children will ask for more!

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 15 to 20 minutes

1. After removing all the leaves, separate the florets from the cauliflower.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add a pinch of coarse salt and the white vinegar.
3. Place the cauliflower florets to cook. Leave to simmer for approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Check the cauliflower for doneness with the tip of a knife.
4. While the cauliflower is cooking, make the Mornay sauce.
5. In a saucepan, melt the butter, then add the flour while mixing. Cook for a few minutes and pour in the milk all at once. Bring the béchamel sauce to the boil so that it thickens.
6. Season with salt and pepper and add a little grated nutmeg.
7. Remove from the heat, add the grated gruyere to the béchamel and mix. Finish by pouring in the egg yolks and mixing until you obtain a very smooth and homogeneous sauce.
8. When the cauliflower is cooked, drain it.
9. Generously butter a gratin dish and place the cauliflower in florets. Add the Mornay sauce to the cauliflower.
10. Finish with a nice layer of grated gruyere.
11. Bake the preparation in a hot oven at 180°C, on grill position, for 15 to 20 minutes.

For more deliciousness, you can also decorate this cauliflower gratin recipe with a little diced ham or bacon. Add them directly to the béchamel.