Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Yield: 4 Servings
Take that boring cauliflower to the next level with this spectacular recipe! This Crispy Cheddar Cauliflower will surely give you the satisfaction of a cheesy treat! This is the best way to introduce veggies to your kids as well! Vegetables don’t need to be plain tasting! Try this recipe now, and I promise you that you are going to love it!
Ingredients:
¼ c freshly grated Parmesan
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
⅓ c panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp unsalted butter
One 8 oz. block of white Cheddar cheese, (cut into ½-inch logs (about 20 pieces))
1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), trimmed off the base
Kosher salt
Directions:
Prepare the oven and preheat to 200 degrees C or 400 degrees F.
Place a large pot with water on the stove and turn the heat to high. Add a bit of salt and allow the water to boil.
Add the trimmed cauliflower into the boiling water, then blanch for about 8 to 10 minutes or until soft.
Transfer the cauliflower onto a clean plate to cool.
Place a small skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
Add butter and allow it to melt.
Add the breadcrumbs and ½ tsp salt, then toast for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool.
Add basil and Parmesan cheese, then stir until well blended.
Make a small space between each cauliflower floret, then add cheddar cheese to it.
Top each cauliflower floret with the toasted breadcrumbs.
Add the Crispy Cheddar Cauliflower into a small baking dish.
Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
Remove from the oven.
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Carbs 16 grams Protein 21 grams Fat 27 grams Saturated Fat 17 grams Cholesterol 79 milligrams Sodium 558 milligrams Fiber 5 grams Sugar 5 grams