- Why parboil the vegetables?
- Different vegetables wouldn't soften at the same time in the oven. Parboiling ensures the result is uniformly soft.
- Can I replace sour cream?
- You can use Greek yoghurt for a lighter version, or cooking cream for a creamier one.
Cauliflower and potato gratin
Classic baked dishes are masters of leftovers and comfort. This version layers cauliflower, carrots, and potatoes with a rich sour cream and egg dressing. In the oven, the flavours merge, cheese forms a golden-brown crust on top, and the vegetables steam butter-soft in their own vapour. Simple, filling, and loved by everyone.
Ingredients
500
g
Cauliflower
200
g
Carrots
300
g
Potatoes
30
g
Butter (for greasing the dish)
150
g
Sour cream (20%)
100
g
Grated cheese (Cheddar or Edam)
2
pcs
Eggs
2
cloves
Garlic
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Ground black pepper
1
pinch
Ground nutmeg
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Equipment Needed
- Large saucepan for parboiling
- Heatproof dish (Pyrex or baking tray)
- Mixing bowl for the dressing
- Colander
Allergen Information
Milk
Eggs
Instructions
1
✓
Peel the potatoes and carrots, slice into rounds. Break the cauliflower into florets.
Tip: Try to cut thin, uniform rounds so they cook evenly.
2
✓
Parboil the vegetables in salted water for approx. 10 minutes until 'half-cooked' (a fork goes in with difficulty). Drain them.
Tip: Don't overcook them, or they will fall apart into purée in the oven.
3
✓
Mix the sour cream with the eggs, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Tip: Nutmeg is a classic pair for milky/creamy dishes and cauliflower.
4
✓
Butter a heatproof dish. Layer the mixed vegetables in it.
Tip: Butter prevents sticking and gives a delicious flavour to the edges.
5
✓
Pour the sour cream dressing over the vegetables, shake the dish so it gets everywhere.
Tip: The dressing will 'glue' the dish together during baking (egg coagulation).
6
✓
Sprinkle the grated cheese on top.
Tip: The cheese protects the food from drying out whilst baking to a crisp.
7
✓
Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for approx. 30-35 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
Tip: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving so it can be sliced nicely.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 500 g Cauliflower
- 200 g Carrots
- 300 g Potatoes
- 30 g Butter (for greasing the dish)
- 150 g Sour cream (20%)
- 100 g Grated cheese (Cheddar or Edam)
- 2 pcs Eggs
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 pinch Ground nutmeg