Cauliflower Gratin

A classic gratin of cauliflower that shouts Thanksgiving or any gathering that screams comfort food!

1 head cauliflower, trimmed into bite-szed pieces
1/2 cup good, read mayonnaise
1/3 lb sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
palmful fresh lemon balm, minced
6-8 fresh sage leaves, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp ground coriander
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
2 Tbsp panko bread crumbs

Preheat oven to 400F. Place cauliflower into a casserole and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave 4 minutes.

Drain well.

Mix together the mayonnaise, Cheddar, herbs, garlic and coriander in a big bowl. Add the cauliflower and stir to mix well.

Tip back into oiled casserole dish and sprinkle on the Parmesan and panko crumbs.

Bake for 20 minutes. Turn oven to broil and brown up a bit before serving.

Serves 4 as a side dish.

Cook's Note:  I used an orange cauliflower here, but you could use whatever to find - even broccoli work work well with this preparation.