Cauliflower Gratin with Smoked Gouda and Bacon

 

Break a head of cauliflower into florets and place them in a microwave-safe bowl along with a tablespoon of water. Cook on high for 6 minutes.

Then toss into a food processor with 2 T butter and pulse. Even slightly steamed, cauliflower is super fibrous and takes a long time in the food processor to get it down to a puree. I pour in some heavy cream through the feed tube (prob no more than 1/4 cup in all) until it’s the consistency I like. Pulse for 3 minutes.

Stop and scrape down the sides. Add in some shredded cheese. For this one, I used the brand Yancy’s Fancy smoked gouda with bacon. I also like to add shredded parm. Add a little salt and pepper. Pulse some more until everything is nicely smooth. Taste to adjust seasoning.

Pour into a buttered baking dish (or coated with a cooking spray). Dot with small cubes of butter, and/or sprinkle some more shredded cheese on top. bake in a 425F oven until golden brown and delicious, about 30 minutes or so.