Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Crisp with Citrus Zest

Ingredients

- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 slices stale bread, crumbled
- Zest of 1 citrus fruit (lemon or orange)
- 2 ounces dark chocolate, shaved (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven:
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the ingredients.

2. Prepare the vegetables:
In a large pot, add the diced potatoes and cauliflower florets. Cover them with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for about 10 minutes until they are tender. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the flavor base:
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the grated ginger and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the nutmeg, and then add the cooked cauliflower and potatoes. Toss to combine, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. Prepare the topping:
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and crumbled stale bread. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and mix it into the bread mixture until well incorporated.

5. Assemble the dish:
Transfer the cauliflower and potato mixture into a baking dish. Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

6. Bake:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

7. Add the citrus zest and serve:
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the citrus zest over the top for a fresh aroma. Serve warm, garnished with shaved dark chocolate for a unique twist.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- _Preparation Time:_
PT15M
15 minutes

- _Cooking Time:_
PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

- Snack

Keywords

- Cheesy snack
- Cauliflower recipe
- Potato dish
- Oven-baked
- Flavorful snack
- Easy gourmet
- Citrus zest
- Breadcrumb topping
- Vegetarian snack
- Chocolate garnish

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total: 950 calories

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