Superb Rigatoni and Cauliflower Au Gratin
Superb Rigatoni and Cauliflower Au Gratin
- Preparation time: 10 mins
- Cook time : 15 mins
- Total time : PT25M
- Portion size: 2 to 4
Makes 2 to 4 servings.
2-3/4 milk product serving(s) per person.
Ingredients
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9 oz (260 g) rigatoni pasta
1 medium cauliflower, in florets
1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
2 onions, coarsely chopped
2 tbsp (30 mL) cornstarch
3 cups (750 mL) milk
1-1/4 cups (300 mL) grated Canadian Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/2 tsp (2 mL) pepper
1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground nutmeg
1/4 cup (50 mL) bread crumbs
2 tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped fresh parsley
Preparation
In a large pot of lightly salted boiling water, cook pasta for 10 to 12 minutes, adding cauliflower florets after 4 minutes. Cook until pasta and cauliflower are tender.
Meanwhile, in large pan over medium heat, melt butter, add oil and onions, stirring, until onions are lightly browned. Stir in cornstarch and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and cook, stirring, until sauce comes to a boil and is thickened.
Stir in 1 cup (250 mL) of the cheese, and salt, pepper, nutmeg, drained pasta and cauliflower.
Spoon into a buttered 13 x 9 inch (33 x 23 cm) baking dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs, remaining cheese and parsley over pasta mixture.
Place under preheated broiler. Broil until golden brown. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Info
Energy: 401 Calories
Protein: 23 g
Carbohydrate: 50 g
Fat: 12 g
Fibre: 4.4 g
Sodium: 576 mg
Top 5 nutrients provided by a serving of this recipe
Nutrient (% DV)*
Calcium: 38 % / 423 mg
Folacin: 89 %
Thiamin: 50 %
Vitamin B12: 50 %
Riboflavin: 38 %
* Note: The daily value (DV) is established by Health Canada and corresponds to the daily quantity recommended for each nutrient. The percentage of the daily value (% DV) indicates the proportion of the nutrient provided by a serving of the recipe, in comparison with the quantity recommended.
Source : Dairy Farmers of Canada
