The Most Voluptuous Cauliflower

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
• 1 ½ cups grated Gruyere cheese
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• ¼ cup mascarpone cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    669 calories; 58 grams fat; 35 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 16 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 13 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 26 grams protein; 197 milligrams cholesterol; 692 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place about half an inch of water in a pot fitted with a steaming basket, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add cauliflower, and steam until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
2. In a medium heavy saucepan over low heat, heat the butter, cream and 1 cup of the Gruyere until bubbling. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the cauliflower, and heat for 2 minutes.
3. In a shallow 2-quart baking dish, spread the cauliflower, and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere. Season with salt and pepper. Dot with mascarpone and sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 minute. Increase heat to broil, or remove to separate broiler about 6 inches from heating element. Broil until surface is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.