Mashed Cauliflower and Cheese Gratin

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Serves: 6
Ingredients

• 2 large heads cauliflower, broken into florets
• 1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
• 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
• ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
• ½ teaspoon thyme leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup (4 ounces) Italian-style panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
• ¼ cup butter, melted

Instructions

1. Fill a large stockpot about ¼ the way with water. Bring to a boil over high heat
2. Place cauliflower florets in a large steam basket over the pot. Cover. Reduce heat to medium. Steam cauliflower until very tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
4. Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher, or process through a foodmill using the blade with the largest opening.
5. Stir in the cheeses, butter, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste. Pour cauliflower into a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch greased casserole dish.
6. Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread over the top of mashed cauliflower.
7. Bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes until cheeses are melted and topping is golden brown.