Here’s a side dish that will make everyone want to eat their vegetables. We also love the depth of flavor that Corralitos applewood smoked bacon adds to this casserole. INGREDIENTS: 6 slices bacon (we use Corralitos applewood smoked bacon) 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into bite-size pieces 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 1/2...Read More
Here’s a variation of my favorite cauliflower preparation. If the oranges and really dark, like a prime season Moro, it may stain the outside of the cauliflower dark for a cool visual. INGREDIENTS: 1 head of white cauliflower, cored and cut into florets, florets halved 2 ripe Moro or Tarocco (or other) blood oranges 1...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, unsalted 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped 4 cups cauliflower flowerets or potatoes 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock 1 cup water 1/4 cup cream METHOD: In a large saucepan, melt butter over moderately low...Read More
This is a mouth-watering, delicious Indo-Chinese appetizer popular in the Straits region of Southeast Asia and throughout Malaysia and India. The cauliflower has a crispy coating and is glazed with a tangy spicy sauce. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 medium-head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets Oil – for deep frying For the batter: 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3...Read More
This is an easy, authentic Indian curry full of bright, exotic flavors, and the perfect warm dish for a cool winter evening! INGREDIENTS: 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 large head of cauliflower 3 potatoes 3 tablespoons oil or ghee...Read More
Exotic, warm Indian spices raise cauliflower from a “blah” to spectacular. INGREDIENTS: 4 tablespoons ghee or olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon Garam Masala or a tandoori spice blend 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional 1 head cauliflower, rinsed, cored, and cut into 2-inch pieces METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a...Read More
Although the title says “creamy”, there are really only a few ounces of cream for flavor and a little texture. The liquid is mostly stock, and the real creaminess comes from the vegetables themselves, especially the roasted leek. INGREDIENTS: 1 head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 1-inch florets 2 medium leeks trimmed, white and palest...Read More