Cauliflower Gratin

Cauliflower Gratin: Serves 8-10
A warm and comforting dish which makes it a joy to eat your vegetables. Convenient for any night of the week but nice enough for company, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare.

You will need a medium casserole dish
2 heads Cauliflower, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 cups Half and Half
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese, plus 2 tbsp. (optional)
1/2 cup Sour Cream
1/2 tsp. Salt
Freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
1 tbsp. Crumbled Bacon Pieces (optional)

Prep time: 10 min - Cook time: 20-30 min - Total time: 30-40 min.

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
2. Place cauliflower into a medium casserole dish.
3. Heat half and half in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until steam begins to rise from surface and small bubbles form around the edge of pan.
4. Add monterey jack, parmesan cheese and sour cream. Stir to combine thoroughly. 
5. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour sauce over cauliflower to cover evenly.
7. Cover dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, stir, and continue baking uncovered for 10-20 minutes, or until cauliflower is tender.
8. If desired, immediately top with 2 tablespoons each of crumbled bacon and shredded parmesan cheese.  Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 180
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 380mg
Carbohydrate: 9g
Protein: 10g

Recipe courtesy of Chef Kates,
ALDI Test Kitchen