Minced meat dumplings with gratinated cauliflower

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• 1 small cauliflower
• 500 g minced meat, mixed
• 1 package of Schupfnudeln (250 g)
• 250 g cherry tomatoes
• 1 can of tomatoes, chopped
• 2 onions
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 pack of Italian herbs (frozen)
• salt and pepper
• Paprika powder
• 2 tbsp Parmesan
• 2 tbsp milk
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• some fat for the casserole dish

Instructions

Working time approx. 30 minutes; Total time approx. 30 minutes

Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower and wash under running water. Place in a large pot of water so that the cauliflower is covered. Add milk and salt. Cook for about 15-20 minutes. In the meantime, wash and quarter the cherry tomatoes. Peel and finely dice the onions and garlic. Heat oil in a large pan and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent. Add the minced meat and fry vigorously. Add the potato dumplings and fry briefly. Then add the herbs, chopped tomatoes, and cherry tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix everything well. Preheat the oven to 250°C. Drain the cauliflower and let it drain well. Lightly grease a large, round baking dish and pour in the meat sauce. Place the cauliflower in the center, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake in the hot oven for about 10-15 minutes.