Here’s a delicious baked cauliflower casserole with a crispy herb breadcrumb topping—just like the one in your image 🥦✨
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Casserole
🕒 Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 35–40 minutes
Serves: 4–6
🧾 Ingredients
For the cauliflower
1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
Salt (to taste)
Water (for boiling)
For the creamy base
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
200 ml (¾ cup) cream or milk
100 g (1 cup) grated cheese (Parmesan, mozzarella, or cheddar)
Salt & black pepper
½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
For the crispy topping
1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed toast)
2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme or parsley
½ tsp garlic powder
2–3 tbsp grated Parmesan
👩🍳 Instructions
Cook the cauliflower
Boil cauliflower in salted water for 5–6 minutes until just tender.
Drain well and place in a greased baking dish.
Make the creamy sauce
In a pan, heat butter + olive oil.
Sauté onion until soft, add garlic for 30 seconds.
Add cream/milk, cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Stir until smooth and slightly thick.
Assemble
Pour sauce evenly over the cauliflower.
Prepare topping
Mix breadcrumbs, melted butter, herbs, garlic powder, and Parmesan.
Sprinkle generously over the casserole.
Bake
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 35–40 minutes, until golden and crispy on top.
Rest & serve
Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
🌟 Tips & Variations
Add chicken, tuna, or mushrooms for a main dish
Use béchamel sauce instead of cream for a classic French version
Make it lighter with yogurt + milk
Perfect side dish for grilled meat or fish
