Best 6 Cauliflower Kugel Recipes

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Cauliflower kugel, a classic Jewish dish, is an extraordinary casserole that combines the flavors of tender cauliflower, savory eggs, sweet onions, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. With its versatility and ease of preparation, this dish has become a favorite among home cooks and Jewish communities worldwide. Whether you're looking for a comforting side dish, a hearty main course, or a special dish to grace your holiday table, cauliflower kugel is an excellent choice.

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CAULIFLOWER KUGEL



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Make and share this Cauliflower Kugel recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caryn Gale

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower or 1 bag frozen cauliflower
1 -2 tablespoon onion soup mix
2 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower in microwave or steam.
  • Either buy the cut/chopped cauliflower or cut it up or partially mash with a masher after it is cooked.
  • Drain well.
  • Add onion soup mix and mix well.
  • Add slightly beaten eggs and mayo and mix.
  • Pour into a greased pie plate or pan.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

CAULIFLOWER DILL KUGEL



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I enjoy cauliflower and kugel, so it made sense to combine the two into one special dish. The ricotta cheese adds a distinctive creaminess and lightness. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced shallots
4 large eggs
2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup dill weed, divided
3 teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower, thawed and patted dry
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Remove and set aside., In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup parsley, shredded cheese, 3 tablespoons dill, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Stir in cauliflower and shallots. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish., In the same skillet, heat remaining butter. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic powder and the remaining parsley, dill, lemon zest and salt. Sprinkle over cauliflower mixture., Bake, uncovered, until set, 35-45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER KUGEL (PASSOVER)



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This Passover (or year-round) recipe is from Lucy Waverman and was printed in the Globe and Mail (April 12, 2008). Roasting the cauliflower first really boosts the kugel's flavour.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large onions, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets (about 8 cups)
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup matzo meal (breadcrumbs can be substituted if not for Passover)
3 tablespoons chopped dill
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F Toss cauliflower with 2 tablespoons oil, reserving remainder. Place cauliflower on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes tossing occasionally or until browned and tender. Reduce oven heat to 350°F.
  • Heat remaining oil in skillet over medium-high heat and add onions. Sprinkle with salt to help the juices come out. Sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes or until onions have softened.
  • Turn heat to medium-low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 18 to 20 minutes or until onions are a thick tangled golden mass. Stir in honey.
  • Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a mixing bowl and stir in onions, eggs, matzo meal, dill and parsley. Season well with salt and pepper and place in oiled baking dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until mixture is browned and set.

QUINOA AND CAULIFLOWER KUGEL WITH CUMIN



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Cauliflower, steamed until tender then finely chopped, combines beautifully here with quinoa and cumin. Millet would also be a good grain choice.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, casseroles, side dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup quinoa
1 1/4 cups water
Salt to taste
1 pound cauliflower (1/2 medium head), broken into florets
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
2 eggs
1 scant teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and crushed
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until just about tender, 3 to 5 minutes, and add the quinoa. Cook, stirring, for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the quinoa begins to smell toasty and the onion is tender. Add the water and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until the quinoa is tender and the grains display a threadlike spiral. If any water remains in the pot, drain the quinoa through a strainer, then return to the pot. Place a dish towel over the pot, then return the lid and let sit undisturbed for 10 to 15 minutes
  • Meanwhile, steam the cauliflower over 1 inch of boiling water for 10 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the heat
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and oil a 2-quart baking dish or gratin
  • Finely chop the steamed cauliflower, either with a chef's knife or using a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Place in a large mixing bowl. In a food processor fitted with the steel blade, purée the cottage cheese until smooth. Add the eggs and process until the mixture is smooth. Add salt (I suggest about 1/2 teaspoon), pepper and the cumin seeds and mix together. Scrape into the bowl with the cauliflower. Add the quinoa and stir everything together. Scrape into the oiled baking dish. Drizzle the remaining oil over the top and place in the oven
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is lightly browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, cut into squares or wedges

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 416 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CAULIFLOWER LEEK KUGEL



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Make and share this Cauliflower Leek Kugel recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups cauliflower florets (from 2 medium heads of cauliflower)
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups coarsely chopped leeks (white and pale green parts; from 3 large)
6 tablespoons unsalted matzo meal
3 large eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/3 cup almonds, toasted, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain; transfer to large bowl and mash coarsely with potato masher.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks and sauté until tender and just beginning to color, about 5 minutes. Add leek mixture to cauliflower. Mix in matzo meal. Beat eggs, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 tablespoon dill, salt, and pepper in small bowl to blend; stir into cauliflower mixture.
  • Brush 11x7-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon oil. Spread cauliflower mixture evenly in prepared dish. Mix almonds, remaining 7 tablespoons parsley, 7 tablespoons dill, and 2 tablespoons oil in medium bowl to blend. Sprinkle evenly over kugel. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.).
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Bake kugel uncovered until set in center and beginning to brown on top, about 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.

CAULIFLOWER DILL KUGEL RECIPE



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Provided by BobLongo

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced shallots
4 large eggs
2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup dill weed, divided
3 teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower, thawed and patted dry
3/4 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 35 min. + standing YIELD: 8 servings. 1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Remove and set aside. 2. In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup parsley, cheese, 3 tablespoons dill, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Stir in cauliflower and reserved shallots. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. 3. In the same skillet, heat remaining butter. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic powder, remaining parsley, dill, lemon zest and salt. Sprinkle over cauliflower mixture. 4. Bake, uncovered, until set, 35-45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cauliflower: Fresh cauliflower has a better flavor and texture than frozen cauliflower.
  • Grate the cauliflower finely: This will help it cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower: Overcooked cauliflower will be mushy and bland.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: This will give the kugel a more complex flavor.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter: Overmixed batter will make the kugel tough.
  • Bake the kugel until it is golden brown: This will give it a crispy crust.
  • Let the kugel cool slightly before serving: This will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower kugel is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is also a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a cauliflower kugel recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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