Cauliflower, Poblano and Ham Gratin

Health score
15%
Cauliflower, Poblano and Ham Gratin
60 min.
6
433kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Cauliflower, Poblano, and Ham Gratin, a side dish that promises to elevate any meal. This comforting gratin combines the creamy richness of a three-cheese sauce with the subtle heat of roasted poblano chiles, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of fully cooked ham adds a savory depth, making this dish not only satisfying but also a great way to use up leftovers.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The combination of frozen cauliflower and prepared rice makes it a convenient option, while the homemade cheese sauce brings a touch of gourmet flair to your table. Topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs, this gratin achieves a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling.

Whether you're serving it alongside a juicy roast or as a standalone dish, this Cauliflower, Poblano, and Ham Gratin is sure to impress your family and friends. With each bite, you'll enjoy a medley of textures and flavors that are both comforting and exciting. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 24 oz cauliflower frozen
  • 10 oz rice frozen prepared
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground mustard 
  • cup milk 
  • cups finely-chopped ham fully cooked chopped
  • large poblano pepper stemmed peeled seeded sliced
  • 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs plain crispy

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 1/2-quart shallow casserole with cooking spray. Cook frozen cauliflower as directed on bag. Cook frozen rice as directed on package. Set aside.
  2. In 4-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter. Cook onion in butter about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Stir in flour and mustard with whisk; cook about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk. Cook and stir until bubbly and slightly thickened. Stir in cooked cauliflower, ham and chile slices. Spoon into casserole.
  3. In small microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 3 tablespoons butter uncovered on High about 1 minute or until melted; stir in bread crumbs.
  4. Sprinkle over vegetable mixture in casserole.
  5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly around edge.
  6. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories433kcal
Protein14.54%
Fat34.42%
Carbs51.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.86
Glycemic Load
27.05
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.190869497216%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
2.68mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Quercetin
4.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:433.07kcal
21.65%
Fat:16.68g
25.67%
Saturated Fat:8.94g
55.85%
Carbohydrates:55.66g
18.55%
Net Carbohydrates:51.25g
18.64%
Sugar:6.41g
7.12%
Cholesterol:62.48mg
20.83%
Sodium:615.8mg
26.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.85g
31.71%
Vitamin C:108.4mg
131.39%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.64%
Phosphorus:288.51mg
28.85%
Vitamin B1:0.43mg
28.71%
Selenium:19.48µg
27.82%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
27.76%
Folate:90.72µg
22.68%
Vitamin K:23.18µg
22.08%
Potassium:695.01mg
19.86%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.49%
Vitamin B3:3.56mg
17.82%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.66%
Fiber:4.41g
17.62%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.69%
Magnesium:52.9mg
13.23%
Vitamin B12:0.79µg
13.2%
Copper:0.25mg
12.66%
Vitamin A:618.38IU
12.37%
Calcium:112.95mg
11.29%
Iron:1.84mg
10.21%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.77%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
2.98%