1 lb. cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets

3 Tbsp butter
3/4 cup bread crumbs

1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp flour
¾ cup cream
1 cup gruyere cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

8 slices of cooked bacon, cut into ½ pieces

1. Roast the cauliflower on a pan in the oven at 425 for 15-20 minutes (until tender but still firm). Set aside in a casserole dish.
2. Heat 3 Tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and cook, stirring constantly until browned (1-2 minutes). Set aside.
3. Melt 1 Tbsp butter over low heat. Add the flour, stirring well. Slowly add in the cream, whisking constantly until thickened. Add the gruyere and stir until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.
4. Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower. Sprinkle the bacon and bread crumbs on top.
5. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.