Sunday, August 26, 2018

Creamy Cauliflower Au Gratin in the Instant Pot

This is the best cauliflower dish I ever ate!  Makes about 5-6 servings.  Double for more people.  It would be simple to convert to a regular recipe.  Just cook cauliflower till tender.  Make cream sauce in a medium pot and mix with cauliflower, top with panko mixture and broil until browned.

1 head cauliflower, chopped in bite size pieces
2 T. butter
2 T. flour
1 c. milk
1 t. salt
1/2 t. garlic powder
1 c. shredded cheese

Topping
1/4 c. panko breadcrumbs
1/2 c. chredded cheddar cheese
1/4 t. paprika
  1. Combine the chopped cauliflower in the Instant Pot along with 1/2 c. of water.  Cover and seal.  Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes.  Quick release the pressure.  Use a slotted spoon to transfer the hot cauliflower to a baking dish.
  2. Turn the Instant Pot on to saute and melt the butter.  Use a whisk to mix the flour, then pour in the milk, whisking the whole time.
  3. Add the salt and garlic powder.  Heat the milk until thick and bubbly, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 c. of shredded cheese.
  5. Immediately pour the cheese mixture over the cauliflower and mix.
  6. Combine the panko, paprika and the remaining 1/2 c. cheese in a small bowl.
  7. Top the cheesy cauliflower with the panko mixture.
  8. Place the casserole dish under the broiler until toasted and browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately or keep warm.