Broccoli Stalk and Potato Gratin in Pesto-Tofu Cream
A healthy, protein-filled broccoli and potato gratin to reduce waste, tickle creativity, pushing flavor to the next level.
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Servings Prep Time
4people 15minutes
Cook Time
15-20minutes
Servings Prep Time
4people 15minutes
Cook Time
15-20minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350F
  2. Clean the broccoli stalks by removing the hard outer part, then slice 1/4 inch thick. Peel the potatoes, cut then in half, and slice to the same thickness.
  3. In a blender, mix silken tofu, basil, lemon juice and zest, 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese, 1 pinch of salt and sugar and 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil. Blend until a smooth cream forms.
  4. Sauté the clove of garlic, whole, in 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (1 minutes), then remove the garlic and sauté the broccoli, the peas, and the potatoes for a couple minutes, salting to taste and adding a pinch of nutmeg.
  5. Add the cream of tofu and cook for 5 more minutes.
  6. Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with your favorite grated cheese, and top with a thin later of grated Parmigiano.
  7. Bake at 350 F for 30 minutes, with broiler on for the last 5, until the crust is golden brown.
  8. Allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve warm.
Recipe Notes

This is perfect with a simple tomato salad.