Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin with Pancetta and Basil
- 450 g (1 lb) cauliflower, broken into small florets
- 175 g (6 oz) pancetta, diced
- 150 g (5.3 oz) aged cheddar cheese, shredded
- 200 g (7 oz) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) thick Greek yogurt (10% fat)
- 60 g (1/2 cup) plain breadcrumbs
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
2. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated
3. Spread florets in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until tender and lightly browned at the edges
4. While cauliflower roasts, cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy
5. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon, leaving the rendered fat in the pan
6. Add sliced onions to the skillet and cook over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown
7. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, shredded cheddar, crumbled goat cheese, salt, and pepper
8. Remove cauliflower from oven and reduce temperature to 180°C (350°F)
9. In a 23 x 33 cm (9 x 13 inch) baking dish, spread half the roasted cauliflower
10. Top with half the caramelized onions and half the crispy pancetta
11. Spread half the yogurt-cheese mixture over the top
12. Repeat layers: remaining cauliflower, onions, pancetta, and cheese mixture
13. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the surface
14. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden, bubbling, and heated through
15. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes
16. Scatter fresh basil over the top just before serving
17. Serve warm directly from the dish
- baking sheet
- large bowl
- large skillet
- spoon
- cheese grater
- cutting board
- knife
- 9x13 inch baking dish
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