Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin

A super cheesy and delicious veggie side dish that is perfect for holidays and beyond.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Side Dish

Keyword cauliflower bake, cheesy cauliflower, holiday side dish recipe, holiday vegetable side dish

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 373kcal

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a large casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Steam cauliflower until crisp/tender; about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
4 cups Cauliflower Florets
Melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Whisk in flour and cook for 30 seconds.
3 Tablespoons Butter, 3 Tablespoons Flour
Slowly add in milk letting each addition fully incorporate before adding in more. {I work in about 1/4 cup increments}. Bring to simmer and simmer, whisking frequently, for 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened.
2 cups Whole Milk
Remove from heat and whisk in cheese, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir in cauliflower.
2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese, 1 teaspoon Salt, 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Pour cauliflower mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with crumbled bacon.
8 slices Bacon
Combine 3 tablespoons of melted butter with panko crumbs and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle on top of bacon
3 Tablespoons Butter, 1/3 cup Panko Crumbs, 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Bake in oven for 20 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.