Best 16 Broiled Cauliflower With Four Cheese Tomato Sauce Recipes

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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.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

BROILED CAULIFLOWER WITH FOUR CHEESE TOMATO SAUCE



Broiled Cauliflower with Four Cheese Tomato Sauce image

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

2 tablespoons corn oil
½ cup finely chopped onion
3 large cloves garlic, minced
4 cups large cauliflower florets
Salt and pepper to taste
1 (24 ounce) jar Classico® Four Cheese Sauce
½ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese

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



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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

1 head cauliflower, large outside leaves removed
1 25-ounce jar tomato sauce
1/4 cup chopped parsley stalks
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
Freshly ground pepper
4 anchovy filets, drained and chopped
1 handful pitted kalamata olives
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Chopped flat-leaf parsley, to garnish

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



Sunny's Easy Grilled Cauliflower in Pop Pop Sauce image

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

Olive oil, for brushing
2 whole heads cauliflower, greens and stems trimmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Hot Hungarian paprika, for dusting (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai chile sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sriracha
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, chopped
Lemon wedges, for spritzing

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



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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

1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 white onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
¼ cup grated Cheddar cheese, or to taste

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



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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

1/2 medium head of cauliflower, broken into florets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with juice
Pinch of sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt
freshly ground pepper
12 kalamata olives, pitted and cut in half lengthwise
3/4 pound spaghetti
2 ounces either feta (crumbled), ricotta salata, Parmesan, or a mix of Parmesan and Pecorino (grated)

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



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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

1/2 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 large tomatoes

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



Four-cheese cauliflower gratin image

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

2 cauliflowers
125g ball mozzarella , torn into pieces
200g gruyère or cheddar, grated
30g crispy onions
25g butter
25g plain flour
300ml whole milk
30g English mustard
100g cream cheese
1 tsp truffle oil (optional)
100g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, finely grated

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



Roasted Cauliflower Gratin With Tomatoes and Goat Cheese image

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

1 medium-size head of cauliflower
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small or 1/2 large red onion, cut in half or quarters (if using a whole onion) lengthwise, then sliced thin across the grain
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 (14 8/10-ounce) can chopped tomatoes in juice
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, lightly toasted and coarsely ground
2 eggs
2 1/2 ounces soft goat cheese (about 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
2 to 3 teaspoon chopped chives

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



Cauliflower Grilled Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

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

1 head cauliflower
1 pinch salt
2 eggs
½ cup vegetarian parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
cheese, of your choice
additional topping, of your choice

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



Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Yogurt Sauce image

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

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small head cauliflower (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 4 wedges
SAUCE:
1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon tahini
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash paprika
Dash cayenne pepper
Minced fresh parsley

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



Roasted Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce image

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

Bechamel Sauce
2 cups shredded Gruyere or Fontina cheese or crumbled fresh goat cheese
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

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



Roasted Cauliflower with Cheddar Cheese Sauce image

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

1 large head cauliflower (about 1 pound total)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 cups whole milk
10 ounces Cheddar cheese or similar, grated (about 1 1/4 cup)
Special Equipment
12- by 8-inch baking dish

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



Roasted Cauliflower with Cheddar image

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

1 head cauliflower, cut into medium florets
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup grated cheddar (4 ounces)

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



Cauliflower In Tomato Sauce image

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

- 1 cauliflower
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 carrot
- 2-3 tbsp tomato paste
- parsley
- salt and pepper

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



Cauliflower Steaks with Olive Relish and Tomato Sauce image

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

1 large head of cauliflower
1/2 cup pitted oil-packed black olives, finely chopped
3 sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves
2 plum tomatoes, cored, quartered

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 Roasted Cauliflower image

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

2 lbs cauliflower florets
1 cup chopped white onion
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt

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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