Artichokes Au Gratin

Looking for a delicious and vegetarian side dish that's sure to impress? Look no further than this Artichokes Au Gratin recipe! This mouthwatering dish is not only vegetarian-friendly but also serves six, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With a total preparation time of just 40 minutes, this recipe is easy to whip up and will have you enjoying tender artichokes smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Each serving contains only 198 calories, so you can indulge guilt-free.

This Artichokes Au Gratin is packed with flavorful ingredients such as water-packed artichoke hearts, butter, bread crumbs, an egg, flour, garlic, milk, paprika, pepper, salt, and Swiss cheese. The cooking process involves sautéing the artichokes and garlic in butter, creating a delectable base for the dish. Then, in a saucepan, a smooth and creamy cheese sauce is prepared by combining flour, salt, pepper, milk, and a portion of the Swiss cheese. To ensure a smooth texture, a small amount of the hot mixture is first mixed with the beaten egg before combining everything back into the saucepan.

Finally, the cheesy artichokes are poured into a greased baking dish, topped with the remaining cheese, and sprinkled with a crunchy breadcrumb and paprika mixture. Baked to perfection in the oven, this Artichokes Au Gratin will be the star of your dinner table. With a balanced caloric breakdown of 14.47% protein, 61.73% fat, and 23.8% carbs, this recipe is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast looking to add a tasty and satisfying vegetarian side dish to their repertoire.