Cauliflower Dreaming
Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- 8 cups water
- 2 1/2 cups white wine
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Salt
- 2 tablespoons butter-unsalted
- Large pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 bay leaf
Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 475
- Bring all the above ingredients a boil in a large pot
- Trim bottom of cauliflower so it can sit in pot
- Place cauliflower in pot, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes
- Remove cauliflower and lightly dry off and place on roasting pan. Roast in oven for 40 minutes, or until brown
- Remove from oven and paint with oil oil
- Serve table side with optional dips
Optional Dips:
1. Sprinkle cauliflower with grated parmesan cheese
2. Dip in marinara sauce
3. Serve with whipped cream (recipe follows)
Ingredients:
- 3 oz. cream cheese
- 4 oz. goat cheese
- 3 oz. feta cheese
- Salt
- Olive oil- 2 tablespoons
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
1. Place all the above ingredients in a food process or and blend until smooth
2. Place in a bowl and drizzle some olive oil on top
