Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust Recipe

This incredible vegetarian entree is incredibly easy to make and uses pantry staples! The crispy grated potato crust is a game-changer – you'll want to use it for everything! Imagine creamy cauliflower cheese nestled in a golden-brown, crunchy potato crust. This recipe is pure comfort food perfection for cauliflower cheese lovers!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 247.3 kcal

Protein 22g

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Ingredients for Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust

Raw Potatoes
Salt to taste (approx. 1/2 tsp for potatoes, plus additional for seasoning)
1 large egg
Onion
Cheddar Cheese
1 head cauliflower (cut into florets)
Garlic Clove
2 tablespoons butter
Thyme
Basil
Eggs
1/2 cup milk
Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

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How to Make Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust

Grate 2 large potatoes (about 1.5 lbs total) and place in a colander set over a bowl. Salt generously and let sit for 10 minutes.
Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes thoroughly.
In a bowl, whisk together the grated potatoes, 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup grated onion.
Lightly flour your hands and pat the potato mixture into a well-oiled 9-inch pie tin, building up the sides to form a crust.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown. After 30 minutes, brush the crust with 1 tablespoon olive oil for extra crispness.
Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion (chopped) and 2 cloves garlic (minced) and sauté for 5 minutes.
Add 1 head cauliflower (cut into florets), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary. Cook, covered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread half of 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese into the baked potato crust.
Top with the cauliflower mixture and the remaining cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1/2 cup milk. Carefully pour the egg mixture over the cheese and cauliflower.
Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the pie is nicely browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

43g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Vegetarian Proteins European The Americas American Vegetarian Gluten Free Fall Recipes Baking

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Eggs Dairy Potatoes Vegetables Vegetarian Cheese Dietary Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Cauliflower 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust?

Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust?

Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust has approximately 247.3 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust?

The key ingredients for Cauliflower Cheese Pie With Grated Potato Crust are Raw Potatoes, Salt, Egg, Onion, Cheddar Cheese, Cauliflower. See the full list with measurements above.