A very simple seasonal side dish that goes well with all main courses… Baked Romanesco and potatoes gratin, tasty and flavorful, without bechamel or cream. They are very easy to prepare, just boil the Romanesco broccoli florets and potato chunks for a few minutes, season them, and bake in a baking dish with breadcrumbs and grated Grana Padano. Try this dish, the crispy crust that forms on the surface is truly irresistible!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
- Energy 177.73 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 32.11 (g) of which sugars 3.56 (g)
- Proteins 7.50 (g)
- Fat 3.54 (g) of which saturated 0.86 (g)of which unsaturated 0.46 (g)
- Fibers 6.19 (g)
- Sodium 269.63 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 10.6 oz Romanesco broccoli (net weight)
- 9.9 oz potatoes
- 1 tbsp grated Grana Padano
- to taste breadcrumbs
- garlic powder
- herbs (to taste)
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Tools
- Baking dish
- Pot
- Colander
- Bowl
Preparation
Clean the Romanesco by separating the florets, wash under running water.
Wash and peel the potatoes, cut them into chunks about the size of the Romanesco florets.
Boil both the potatoes and Romanesco in salted boiling water for 7-8 minutes. Drain them and transfer to a bowl (1).
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and extra virgin olive oil. If desired, add a handful of dried herbs (oregano, thyme, parsley, or others).
Mix well, then add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs.
Grease a baking dish with a little oil and arrange the potatoes and Romanesco with their seasoning.
Sprinkle the surface with more breadcrumbs and the grated Grana (2).
Place the dish in a fan oven at 375°F and bake for about 25 minutes. If necessary, you can turn on the grill in the final minutes.
Baked Romanesco and potatoes gratin are ready, serve hot as a side dish with a nice seasonal main course.
Tips and Notes
You can season the vegetables with the herbs you prefer, you can also add some spices or other flavors.
You can steam the Romanesco and potatoes instead of boiling them.
If you don’t eat cheese, you can easily omit the Grana.
Cooking times may vary according to your taste.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How can I replace Romanesco?
You can use green broccoli or cauliflower, the procedure remains the same.
Can I add other cheeses?
You can replace Grana with Pecorino or another aged cheese from your area. Feel free to add cubes of Provola or Scamorza.
