ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH PARMESAN & PANCETTA

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Courtesy of Giada DeLaurentiis. The addition of red pepper flakes gives this cauliflower a bite. If you don't like spicy eliminate the red pepper flakes and you still have an amazing side dish.

Provided by StreetChef

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head cauliflower, cut into pieces, about 6 cups
4 ounces piece pancetta, diced
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 garlic clove, whole
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  • Blanch the cauliflower for 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the cauliflower to a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish and let cool, about 5 minutes.
  • In a small skillet over medium high heat, brown the pancetta. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the flour and stir until combined.
  • Continue stirring and cook for 2 minutes to cook the flour.
  • Take off the heat and slowly add the milk, stirring continuously until the milk has incorporated and there are no lumps.
  • Put back on low heat, add garlic clove and red pepper flakes and stir the sauce over low heat until the mixture coats the back of a wooden spoon.
  • Add the parmesan, salt, pepper, nutmeg and the reserved pancetta. Stir to combine.
  • Pour the sauce over the cauliflower to cover.
  • Top with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs.
  • Bake until the breadcrumbs are golden and the cauliflower is cooked, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nasima Aktar
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love roasted cauliflower and they always ask for seconds. I usually serve it with a dipping sauce, like ranch or ketchup.


Md Mojnu Miya
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful meal. I often make it on busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Trsohel rana
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The cauliflower is roasted until it's tender and slightly browned, and the parmesan and pancetta add a lot of flavor. I usually serve it with a side of roasted potatoes or rice.


gold Xandar XDMcKinstry
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe is a great one. The cauliflower is roasted until it's tender and slightly browned, and the parmesan and pancetta add a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Siddiqullah Daoud
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pancetta. I usually have a few slices left over after I make a pasta dish, and I love to use it in this recipe. It adds a lot of flavor to the cauliflower.


Anita Mulwa
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cauliflower is roasted until it's slightly caramelized, and the parmesan and pancetta add a salty, savory flavor. I often serve it with a side of roasted tomatoes or grilled vegetables.


Lium Lyon
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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it can be served warm or at room temperature.


Yusuf Muhammed
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love roasted cauliflower and they always ask for seconds. I usually serve it with a dipping sauce, like ranch or ketchup.


SK Funny Comedy
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful meal. I often make it on busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


MD Tipolar Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I usually make a big batch of roasted cauliflower and then use it in salads, soups, and stir-fries throughout the week.


George Roach
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I'm not a vegetarian but I love this dish. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the parmesan and pancetta add a lot of flavor. I usually serve it with a side of roasted potatoes or rice.


mutangana zlatan
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This dish was so good! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The cauliflower was roasted perfectly and the parmesan and pancetta added a delicious salty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Whitnie Strohlin wlison
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I'm new to cooking and I was a little intimidated by this recipe, but it turned out great! I followed the instructions carefully and it was easy to make. The cauliflower was delicious and the parmesan and pancetta added a lot of flavor. I will defini


Stan-Time
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This recipe was perfect! I followed it exactly and it turned out beautifully. The cauliflower was tender and flavorful, and the parmesan and pancetta added the perfect amount of richness. I will definitely be making this again.


Mudassir Waheed
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This dish was a little too oily for my taste. I think I would use less pancetta next time. I also think it would be good to roast the cauliflower at a higher temperature so that it gets a little more crispy.


Ali Stewart
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The parmesan and pancetta added so much flavor that I couldn't get enough. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmadkhan Bangash
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes and it was much better. I also think it would be good with some fresh herbs, like rosemary or thyme.


Kehmir Young
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I love roasted cauliflower and this recipe did not disappoint. The addition of parmesan and pancetta took it to the next level. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sabiha Saheed
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the parmesan and pancetta added a delicious flavor. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


Joshua Rawling
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Roasted cauliflower with parmesan and pancetta was a hit! The parmesan added a delicious cheesy flavor and the pancetta gave it a nice salty crunch. I will definitely be making this again.