Plant-Based Roasted Cauliflower Gratin

Prepared and photographed by NutraMilk nutritionist, Florencia Tagliavini.

Here is a way to enjoy all the healthy nutrients of cauliflower in a creamy and delicious way.

Made with a creamy cashew based sauce in the NutraMilk, this recipe is completely plant-based and gluten-free. Enjoy!

Check out all the health benefit of cashew milk, here.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 4 Tbsp. vegan butter
• 4 tbsp. gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 cups cashew milk made with the NutraMilk
• 1/2 cup nutritional yeast, divided
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
• 1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs (gluten-free)
• Chopped parsley for garnish

For cashew milk

• 1 cup (150g) cashews
• 1/8 teaspoon Pink Himalayan salt (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

For cashew Milk

• Start by making fresh cashew milk with the NutraMilk:
  • Place cashews in the NutraMilk container.
  • Press Butter cycle, set for 3 minutes.
  • Press Start.
  • Open the container lid, add water and replace lid.
  • Press Mix (do not change the default Mix time).
  • Press Start.
  • Press Dispense.
  • Press Start and open spigot to fill your storage container.
  • Set aside.

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange cauliflower florets on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Toss well and roast for 15-20 minutes until florets are tender and browned. Remove from oven and reduce heat to 375 degrees F.

• In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add the GF flour and whisk for 1 minute. Pour the cashew milk and 1/4 cup of nutritional yeast into the saucepan. Let it come to a boil while whisking constantly until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and nutmeg. Set aside.

• Transfer roasted cauliflower florets to a greased baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly on top. Sprinkle remaining nutritional yeast and GF Panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until top is browned. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Recipe inspired by Calafia Farms.