If you are looking for a healthy, satisfying, and flavorful recipe, then broiled cauliflower with four cheese tomato sauce is the perfect dish for you. This recipe combines the roasted flavor of cauliflower with a rich and creamy tomato sauce and gooey, melted cheese to create a dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, this dish is easy to prepare and comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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BROILED CAULIFLOWER WITH FOUR CHEESE TOMATO SAUCE
Florets of cauliflower simmer in a cheesy tomato sauce, then are finished under the broiler with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese for a fresh and easy side dish.
Provided by Classico
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Classico® Pasta Sauce
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until beginning to soften but not brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook another minute. Add the cauliflower; salt and pepper to taste. Cook and stir another minute to combine.
- Stir in the sauce and white wine; add 1 tablespoon of the parsley. Cook and stir 5 minutes at a low simmer.
- Turn heat to medium-low, cover. Cook until cauliflower is almost tender, about 10 more minutes, stirring a few times.
- Turn broiler to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Pour cauliflower and tomato sauce onto the baking sheet. Gently scoop some of the tomato sauce back over the top of the cauliflower. Spread the cauliflower evenly on the sheet.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese then mozzarella cheese over the cauliflower.
- Broil until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned in spots, about 2 minutes. Watch carefully so cheese doesn't burn. Let rest 3 minutes before transferring to serving platter. Garnish with remaining fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 892.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
WHOLE CAULIFLOWER BRAISED IN TOMATO SAUCE
Cauliflower often gets a bad reputation as a "boring" vegetable, but don't be fooled: It can make a showstopping entree when it's cooked the right way.
Provided by Jess
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place whole head of cauliflower in a large pot. It should fit comfortably, with 1 to 2 inches of room left on all sides.Pour in tomato sauce, then add parsley stalks, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and freshly ground pepper. Bring to sauce to a simmer over medium heat.Stir in anchovies, olives, and red-wine vinegar, then bring to a low boil.Gently push whole head of cauliflower down into the sauce. (Sauce should come halfway up the sides of the cauliflower). Drizzle with olive oil and cover.Let cook over low heat for 45 minutes. To serve, garnish with chopped parsley.
SUNNY'S EASY GRILLED CAULIFLOWER IN POP POP SAUCE
Pop Pop sauce is inspired by Bang Bang Shrimp sauce from Bonefish Grill. It's a little sweet, a little spicy, and plenty tasty.
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the cauliflower: Preheat the oven or a grill for cooking over indirect heat to 400 degrees F.
- Lightly brush the oil on the cauliflower. (If roasting, cut into florets and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or nonstick aluminum foil.) Sprinkle with salt, a few grinds of pepper and paprika, if using.
- Place the cauliflower stem-side down over the indirect heat and grill until golden and tender when pierced with a fork or the tip of a knife, about 40 minutes. (If roasting, roast until the cauliflower is golden in parts, 20 to 25 minutes.)
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a medium bowl, add the mayonnaise, chile sauce, honey and sriracha and whisk until smooth. Taste and season with salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Cut the cauliflower unto large florets and add to a large bowl. Drizzle the sauce over the cauliflower and toss to coat evenly. Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with the scallions, spritz with lemon wedges, and serve hot, warm or chilled.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE
This roasted cauliflower with cheese recipe is a twist on traditional roasted cauliflower given to me (reluctantly!) by my neighbor, and it's delicious! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Provided by henderdeb
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Roasted
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine cauliflower, onion, and garlic in a bowl. Add olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Cheddar cheese and stir to coat. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cook in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 35 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 165.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
SPAGHETTI WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER, TOMATO SAUCE AND OLIVES
Perhaps because cauliflower is on the bland side and Mediterranean black olives have such a pronounced flavor, the two go beautifully together. In Italy, Greece and in North Africa, you find the triumvirate of cauliflower, tomatoes and olives in all sorts of dishes.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 1h10m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil and add the cauliflower. Blanch for two minutes and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain and blot dry. Cover the pot; you'll use the water again for the pasta. Quarter the cauliflower florets, toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and salt generously. Transfer to a baking sheet, place in the oven and roast 30 minutes, stirring from time to time, until tender and lightly browned. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a wide, nonstick frying pan or a 3-quart saucepan, heat the remaining oil over medium heat and add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about one minute. Add the tomatoes, sugar, thyme and salt, and bring to a simmer. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often, until thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the cauliflower and the olives, and simmer a few minutes more. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Bring the water back to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until the pasta is al dente, usually about 10 minutes. Drain and toss with the cauliflower-tomato mixture. Sprinkle the cheese over the top and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 482, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 677 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
FOUR-CHEESE BROILED TOMATO SLICES
My husband loves this recipe. It's a wonderful use for my garden tomatoes! -Jen Low, Buffalo, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 20 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cut each tomato into five slices. Spread each with 1 tablespoon cheese mixture. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until cheese mixture is golden brown and tomatoes are heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FOUR-CHEESE CAULIFLOWER GRATIN
Combine four cheeses - mozzarella, cheddar or gruyère, cream cheese and parmesan - to make this decadent Sunday lunch side. Add truffle oil for luxury
Provided by Tom Kerridge
Categories Side dish
Time 2h10m
Yield Serves 8-10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the sauce, melt the butter in a shallow saucepan. When it's just starting to sizzle, stir in the flour to make a paste. Cook for a minute, then gradually whisk in the milk until you have a smooth, thick sauce. Stir through the mustard, cream cheese, truffle oil (if using) and parmesan, and cook over a low heat until thickened. Season with lots of black pepper.
- Heat oven to 140C/120C fan/gas 1. Trim the leaves off the cauliflowers and slice into rough steaks about 1cm thick. Don't worry about the outside bits not being slices - it will all be used. Assemble the dish a bit like a lasagne. Spoon a quarter of the cheese sauce into a large baking dish and spread it out, then add half of the cauliflower. Repeat the process, finishing with a thick layer of sauce. Scatter over the mozzarella, and the gruyère or cheddar and crispy onions.
- Bake for 1 hr 30-1 hr 45 mins until the cheese is golden and the cauliflower is soft but not mushy. If you want a golden finish, you can grill it (keep an eye on it) or leave it in when you turn the oven up for the crackling, if making the salt & vinegar roast pork as well. Once baked, leave to stand for 10 mins before serving in the middle of the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER GRATIN WITH TOMATOES AND GOAT CHEESE
Roasting is one of my favorite ways to prepare cauliflower, and I have always loved preparations that pair the vegetable with coriander seeds. I use coriander seeds and cinnamon to season the tomato sauce that I toss with the roasted cauliflower and sautéed red onions, then add a couple of eggs beaten with goat cheese.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, main course, side dish
Time 1h20m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Cut away the bottom of the cauliflower stem and trim off leaves. Cut cauliflower into 1/3 inch thick slices, letting the florets on the edges fall off. Toss all of it, including the bits that have fallen away, with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on baking sheet in an even layer.
- Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring and flipping over the big slices after 8 minutes, until the slices are tender when pierced with a paring knife and the small florets are nicely browned. Remove from oven and cut large slices into smaller pieces. You should have about 2 cups. Transfer to a large bowl. Turn oven down to 375 degrees.
- Oil a 1-1/2 to 2-quart baking dish or gratin. Heat remaining oil over medium heat in a medium-size skillet or a wide saucepan and add onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add a generous pinch of salt and the garlic and thyme and continue to cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add tomatoes, cinnamon, ground coriander seeds, and salt and pepper to taste and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, over medium-low heat, for 10 to 15 minutes, until the tomatoes have cooked down and the sauce is fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add to bowl with the cauliflower and stir everything together. Scrape into prepared baking dish.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of the goat cheese. Beat eggs, then add the remaining cheese and beat together until smooth. Pour over cauliflower mixture, making sure to scrape out every last bit with a rubber spatula. Dot top with small pieces of the remaining goat cheese and sprinkle on chives.
- Bake 30 minutes, until top is beginning to brown in spots. Remove from oven and allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 547 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CAULIFLOWER GRILLED CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, salt, eggs, vegetarian parmesan cheese, fresh basil, garlic powder, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, cheese, additional topping
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Lunch
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grate a cauliflower over a large bowl.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the grated cauliflower and mix evenly. Leave to sit for 20 minutes.
- Pour the cauliflower into a clean kitchen towel and wring the water out.
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, and remaining ingredients, (except your cheese and toppings) stir until well mixed.
- Using a spoon transfer two hearty scoops of mixture to form each "bread slice" onto a skillet on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, each side.
- Add your cheese and any other toppings, allow a couple minutes for cheese to melt.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 7 grams
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE
I created my own cauliflower recipe in honor of my grandma, who taught me to love this delicious and healthy vegetable. She cooked with it all the time.-Lidia Haddadian, Pasadena, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Rub over cauliflower; arrange in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray, cut sides up. Roast 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and tender., For sauce, in a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, tahini, salt, paprika and pepper; serve over cauliflower. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 421mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE SAUCE
Using Gruyere cheese makes this sauce a little richer and it blends well with cauliflower.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Let bechamel sauce cool 10 minutes, then whisk in cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne. Cover cheese sauce and keep warm.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss cauliflower, with extra-virgin olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Roast until tender but not mushy, 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Serve cauliflower topped with cheese sauce.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE
Categories Side Roast St. Patrick's Day Cheddar Cauliflower Winter Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 375°F. Arrange a steamer rack over a large pot of boiling water.
- Remove the green outer leaves from the cauliflower, place it on the steamer rack, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl to cool. Once the cauliflower is cool enough to handle, use your hands to gently break the florets from the thick central stalk-try to break the cauliflower into large florets rather than small pieces. Arrange the florets, in one layer, in a 12- by 8-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a large heavy saucepan over moderate heat, melt the butter. Reduce the heat to low, add the flour and salt, and whisk until both are incorporated and the mixture turns golden brown, about 2 minutes. Raise the heat to moderate and add the milk, whisking constantly, until a smooth sauce forms (the sauce should be thick and glossy, but still runny), about 5 minutes. (If the sauce is too thick, gradually whisk in additional milk until the desired consistency is achieved.) Add 1 cup of the grated cheese and whisk until melted, about 1 minute. Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower, making sure to cover all the florets. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese and season with pepper, then bake until the cauliflower is golden brown and the cheese sauce is bubbling, about 30 minutes.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEDDAR
This side goes well with grilled steak, meatloaf, lamb chops, or roasted lamb.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed bakingsheet, toss cauliflower with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 20minutes, tossing halfway through. Pushcauliflower to center of sheet and top with grated cheddar. Return to oven and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g
CAULIFLOWER IN TOMATO SAUCE
My Dad made this recipe for me a few years ago and I liked it, but unfortunately I forgot about it. Today I discovered a cauliflower in the fridge and remembered this recipe, so this is the result.
Provided by cookwithanna
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the cauliflower in small pieces and wash it with cold water. Boil it in water with a pinch of salt.
- Cut the onion , the carrot and garlic and fry them in a bit of oil.
- When the cauliflower if boiled enough to pierce it with a fork, drain the water and put it in the pan with the onion.
- In a bowl mix the tomato paste with a mug of warm water and add the chopped parsley.
- Pour the tomato paste in the pan and add water to almost cover the cauliflower. Leave it to boil for 15-20 minutes, add salt and pepper.
- Serve with grilled chicken .
- ENJOY!!!
CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH OLIVE RELISH AND TOMATO SAUCE
By cutting a whole cauliflower into thick slices, you can brown and caramelize it like a meaty steak. Save any extra florets for crudités.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Olive Tomato Appetizer Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal Cauliflower Winter Healthy Low Cholesterol Vegan Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Remove leaves and trim stem end of cauliflower, leaving core intact. Place cauliflower core side down on a work surface. Using a large knife, slice cauliflower into four 1/2" "steaks" from center of cauliflower (some florets will break loose; reserve). Finely chop enough loose florets to measure 1/2 cup. Transfer chopped florets to a small bowl and mix with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tablespoon oil, parsley, and lemon juice. Season relish with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, cook cauliflower steaks until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side, adding tablespoon oil to pan between batches. Transfer steaks to a large rimmed baking sheet. Reserve skillet. Roast cauliflower until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, return skillet to medium-high heat and add garlic cloves and tomatoes, one cut side down. Cook until tomatoes are browned; turn tomatoes over and transfer skillet to oven with cauliflower. Roast garlic and tomatoes until tender, about 12 minutes.
- Transfer garlic, tomatoes, and 1/2 tablespoon oil to a blender; purée until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Divide tomato sauce among plates. Place 1 cauliflower steak on each plate; spoon relish over. Serve warm or at room temperature.
OVEN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
Oven-roasting the cauliflower brings out a fantastic nutty flavor that you just can't get with other cooking methods. Serve this side dish with Chicken a la Diable or use it as the base for Roasted Cauliflower Soup.
Provided by Cucina Casalingo
Categories Cauliflower
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425°F
- Toss cauliflower, onions, and garlic together in a large roasting pan.
- Drizzle the vegetables with the oil, season them with the pepper and thyme, and toss lightly to coat.
- Roast the vegetables uncovered for 25-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.1, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 180.4, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- To save time, use a pre-made tomato sauce. Just be sure to choose one that is flavorful and has a good balance of acidity and sweetness.
- If you don't have four different cheeses on hand, you can use a blend of shredded Italian cheese or mozzarella cheese.
- For a crispier cauliflower, broil it for a few minutes longer. Just keep an eye on it so that it doesn't burn.
- Serve the cauliflower immediately with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, pasta, or rice.
Conclusion:
This broiled cauliflower with four-cheese tomato sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The cauliflower is roasted until tender and then topped with a flavorful tomato sauce and a blend of four cheeses. The result is a dish that is both satisfying and healthy.
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