Savory cauliflower & cheddar crumble

Crumble-style gratin: roasted cauliflower under a crispy layer of cheddar and almond powder.

Ingredients

cauliflower (detached into florets)

grated cheddar

almond powder

melted butter

salt, pepper, nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (static heat). Cut the cauliflower into regular sized florets and dry them.
2. In a bowl, mix the almond powder, half of the grated cheddar, melted butter, a pinch of nutmeg, salt and pepper until you obtain a sandy texture.
3. Spread the florets on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and roast for 18–20 minutes until golden and tender.
4. Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a gratin dish, sprinkle with the remaining cheddar then cover evenly with the almond powder/cheddar mixture. Bake for an additional 8–10 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
5. Leave to rest for 2 minutes then serve hot, possibly garnished with chopped chives.

Variants

• Replace the cheddar with a parmesan/gruyere mixture for a different touch.

Tips

• Sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.

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