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    Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

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    A delicious and savory roasted cauliflower dish with crisp Parmesan coating.

    Ingredients for Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

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    Parmesan Cheese, grated

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    Cornstarch

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    Fresh Thyme, minced

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    Salt

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    Pepper

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    Cauliflower Florets, cut into 2-inch pieces

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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    How to Make Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

    1. Preheat the Oven

    Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and preheat the oven to 450°F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with vegetable oil spray.

    2. Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, cornstarch, minced fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.

    3. Toss Cauliflower with Olive Oil

    In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the olive oil until each piece is well coated.

    4. Coat Cauliflower with Parmesan Mixture

    Add the Parmesan mixture to the cauliflower and toss until the florets are evenly coated.

    5. Arrange Cauliflower on Baking Sheet

    Pour the coated cauliflower onto the prepared baking sheet, distributing evenly, and flip the florets cut sides down.

    6. Roast Cauliflower

    Roast the cauliflower for about 15 minutes, until the bottom edges begin to brown.

    7. Flip and Continue Roasting

    Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully flip each floret. Return to the oven and roast for another 5 minutes, until browned and crisp.

    8. Cool and Serve

    Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack and let the cauliflower cool for about 5 minutes. Use a spatula to place the cauliflower and crispy cheese bits onto a serving platter. Enjoy while warm.

    Variations

    Crispy Parmesan-Thyme Chicken

    Use the same coating on chicken breasts or thighs.

    Crispy Parmesan-Thyme Fish Fillets

    Apply the coating to fish like cod or haddock.

    Crispy Asiago-Lemon Asparagus

    Use asparagus with Asiago cheese and lemon zest.

    Crispy Pecorino-Rosemary Brussels Sprouts

    Use Brussels sprouts with Pecorino Romano and rosemary.

    Crispy Parmesan-Thyme Tofu

    Coat tofu with the Parmesan-thyme mixture and bake until crispy.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality Ingredients

    Use fresh cauliflower, high-quality Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and fresh thyme for the best flavor and texture.

    Coating

    Mix grated cheese with minced fresh thyme, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or garlic powder. Use the 'shake and bake' method for even coating.

    Roasting

    Preheat your oven and baking sheet, spread florets in a single layer with space for air circulation, and use parchment paper for easy cleanup.

    Cauliflower Preparation

    Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets to ensure they cook uniformly.

    Finish with Freshness

    Add a fresh sprinkle of parmesan and thyme, and a light squeeze of lemon juice or zest after roasting.


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