Carrot Cauliflower Gratin

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bag of Stahlbush Island Farms tri-colored sliced carrots
• 1 bag of Stahlbush Island Farms cauliflower florets
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated gruyere cheese
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

• Preheat the oven to 375 (f) degrees. Run vegetables separately under cold water & set aside.
• In a large saucepan over medium heat melt the butter. Whisk in the flour & continue whisking until the flour begins to toast, about 2 minutes.
• Add the garlic & mustard, followed by the milk & cream.
• Whisk until the mixture begins to thicken slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat & stir in the gruyere cheese. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Transfer vegetables to a baking dish & top with prepared sauce.
• In a separate bowl stir together the breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt & pepper. Sprinkle over the dish.
• Bake for 20 minutes, until vegetables are cooked throughout. Broil for an additional minute, until breadcrumbs are golden. Serve warm.