Cauliflower is totally the new potato.
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- Yields:
- 6
- Prep Time:
- 15 mins
- Total Time:
- 35 mins
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray, for pan
- 1
large head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 3 cups)
- 2 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp.
garlic powder
- 1 c.
shredded Cheddar cheese
- 5
slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tbsp.
finely chopped chives
Directions
- Step 1Preheat oven to 425° and grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Step 2In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook cauliflower until fork tender, about 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Step 3Spread florets out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Using a potato masher, or the bottom of a small glass, lightly smash the cauliflower florets.
- Step 4Top each smashed cauliflower floret with a pinch of cheddar cheese and some bacon, then bake until cheese is melted and crispy around the edges, about 15 minutes.
- Step 5Sprinkle chives over cauliflower and serve warm or at room temperature.
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