Mesa Grill's Cauliflower-Green Chile Gratin
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup coarsely grated Monterey Jack
- 1 cup coarsely grated sharp white Cheddar
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded and finely diced
- 4 ounces goat cheese, cut into small pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter the bottom and sides of a 10 by 10 by 2-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter.
- Set aside.
- Place the milk in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Melt the remaining butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk until combined with the butter.
- Let the flour mixture cook for about 60 seconds, do not allow it to get dark.
- Slowly whisk in the hot milk and continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Let the sauce cook for at least 4 to 5 minutes, whisking constantly.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and whisk in the Monterey Jack, Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until slightly smooth, season well with salt and pepper.
- Place the cauliflower in a large bowl, add the cheese sauce, and poblano and stir until combined.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and dot the top with the goat cheese.
- Bake until the cauliflower is tender and the top is lightly golden brown, about 30 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let rest 10 minutes before serving.
milk, flour, salt, head cauliflower, poblano chiles, goat cheese
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/mesa-grills-cauliflower-green-chile-gratin-recipe.html (may not work)