CHEESY PUMPKIN CAULIFLOWER GRATIN

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Colorful and creamy, rich pumpkin is the perfect addition to a classic baked vegetable dish. The crispy topping comes together with Progresso plain panko crispy bread crumbs.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb cauliflower, separated into large florets
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (5 oz)
1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/4 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease or spray 2-quart baking dish.
  • In 4-quart saucepan two-thirds full of salted water, heat cauliflower to simmering. Cook about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over low heat. Add flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with whisk. Slowly add milk, continuing to stir with whisk until mixture heats to boiling and thickens. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt, the nutmeg, Cheddar cheese and pumpkin. Stir until smooth.
  • Pour one-third of the sauce into baking dish. Add drained cauliflower, then pour remaining sauce on top.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle on top of gratin.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

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