Cauliflower Poblano And Ham Gratin Recipes

CAULIFLOWER, POBLANO AND HAM GRATIN

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 1/2-quart shallow casserole with cooking spray. Cook frozen cauliflower as directed on bag. Cook frozen rice as directed on package. Set aside.
• In 4-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter. Cook onion in butter about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Stir in flour and mustard with whisk; cook about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk. Cook and stir until bubbly and slightly thickened. Stir in cooked cauliflower, ham and chile slices. Spoon into casserole.
• In small microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 3 tablespoons butter uncovered on High about 1 minute or until melted; stir in bread crumbs. Sprinkle over vegetable mixture in casserole.
• Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly around edge. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

CAULIFLOWER AND HAM GRATIN

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F.
• Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and light golden brown, about 6 minutes.
• Add the ham and cook, 2 minutes. Add the cream, milk, cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low.
• Simmer until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add the cauliflower. Transfer to a 2-quart casserole dish and sprinkle with the bread crumbs and thyme.
• Cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 20 minutes.
• Uncover and continue baking until the cauliflower is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest at least 5 minutes before serving.
• Tip: Make this a vegetarian side dish by skipping the ham.