Friday, December 30, 2011

FFwD: Cauliflower-Bacon Gratin

I wanted to make Dorie's Cauliflower-Bacon Gratin (pg 362) over the holidays, but Matt asked for her potato gratin instead, even if it meant making both. That sounded ludicrous to me, so I spread them out.

This was a pretty simple recipe, but my kitchen looked like it had exploded by the end of it.

Bacon, gruyere, and cream. Really, there's not a lot to say besides yuuuuuuuuu-uuuuuuum. I like Dorie's suggestion to throw broccoli in there, too. I'll try that next time.
It tastes better than it looks.
Charlie squeezed his mouth and eyes shut every time I tried to get him to eat some. I explained to him that it tasted like bacon. He still wasn't interested. Weirdo.

Conclusion: Loved it. Too rich to eat regularly, but it's so good for a once-in-a-while treat.
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12 comments:

  1. Cher RockwellDecember 30, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    This was a rich one, but a special treat for sure :-)

    Good luck on the exploded kitchen.

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  2. EiDecember 30, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    The exploded kitchen was no trouble at all...Matt took care of it. ;-)

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  3. BetsyDecember 30, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    How lucky for you to have someone take care of the residue of the explosion :) I always seem to have to clean it up too. I agree that it's too rich for everyday, but I will definitely make it again. Glad to hear you loved it too. I've enjoyed cooking along with you this year. Happy New Year!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 30, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Fun! I'm going to try a broccoli version next! Happy New Year!

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  5. tricia s.December 30, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I agree with you that it was rich but it is healthier than the creme brulee Nana and I now keep making :) I actually found this one last year after being about the one person who screwed up the potato gratin recipe - this is on the next page or so I beleive and was love at first site. Hard to believe a whole year has passed. Nana and I wish you a Happy New Year and look forward to reading your posts in 2012 !

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  6. ElinDecember 31, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Worth the explosion in the kitchen ! your gratin looks delish! Happy New Year and I look forward to cooking along with you in 2012:)

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  7. CandyDecember 31, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    This wasn't as rich as I was expecting! Glad you enjoyed it. Happy New Year!

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  8. UnknownDecember 31, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    I agree with you, its too rich for everyday but great for once in a while. Happy 2012!

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  9. Trevor Sis BoomDecember 31, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Who says you can't eat it everyday? I think everyone should.

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  10. ChristyJanuary 1, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Very rich for everyday, but perfect for holiday entertaining or when you need an indulgent veggie fix! Happy New Year!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    Happy New Year! We loved this one too, but agree that it is a dish best left for special occasions. Darn tasty though!

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  12. 4pure by AndreaJanuary 3, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Happy new year to you. We loved this one too, but not to often. Like your in progress stats on the right site. Makes me curious.

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