Broccoli and cauliflower gratin, lactose free, gluten free

Ingredients

• 1 head Broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 head Cauliflower, cut into florets
• 200 g Cheddar, grated
• 350 g Cream, lactose free
• 3 tbsp Gluten free flour mix
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, lactose free
• 2 tbsp Bread crumbs, gluten free
• 1 pinch Salt, fresh ground
• 1 pinch Black pepper, fresh ground

Method

1. Boil big pot of water to pre-cook the vegetables.
2. Add cauliflower and broccoli florets then cook them for about 5 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 220°C then grease large baking dish with approximately 1 teaspoon butter.
4. Add cauliflower and broccoli florets.
5. Roast for 15 minutes in the oven.
6. Create the bechamel:
7. In a medium sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour then cook for 3 minutes.
8. Whisk in cream, turn the heat up, then place the pan over heat, whisking the butter mixture constantly.
9. Add the cheddar, salt, and pepper, then stir until the cheddar is melted.
10. Remove broccoli and cauliflower from the oven then pour over the cheddar mix.
11. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and bake further for 25 minutes.