6 Creative Cauliflower Recipes The Whole Family Will Love
These kid-friendly cauliflower recipes offer bold, delicious flavors.
Stacy K. Allen; Props: Julia Bayless; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
The cauliflower craze is sweeping the South, and we're totally on board. Although the fluffy white vegetable is often compared to broccoli, cauliflower stands out with its delicate taste, soft texture, and versatility. An excellent absorber of herbs, oil, and spices, this fibrous vegetable is a fresh, nutrient-rich alternative to many starch ingredients.
If you're crazy for cauliflower, then it's time to get crafty. There are so many different ways this veggie can be incorporated into your daily dishes. Swap out potato chips with roasted cauliflower, or pair roasted chicken with steamed cauliflower. Whether you prefer to steam or sauté, you'll never tire of the different ways to dress up this veggie. Try riced cauliflower for an easy side dish that is lower in carbs. Not sure where to start? Take a look at our favorite cauliflower recipes, and you'll be cooking with cauliflower in no time.
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Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Mashed potatoes are a favorite on any Southern dinner plate, and this recipe uses half potato and half cauliflower to get that creamy, buttery goodness with fewer calories.
Easy Cauliflower Casserole
Make your dinner entree stand out by choosing to feature vegetables. This casserole will trick all the baked mac-n-cheese lovers in your house. It swaps out pasta for veggies and relies on pantry staples like panko and cream of chicken soup. Should you want to go full vegetarian, swap out cream of celery soup for the chicken option.
Sweet Potato, Cauliflower, And Greens Casserole
As a hefty vegetarian main course or as a side, this cauliflower recipe delivers big flavor and meaty texture. Meatless Monday just got a lot more interesting, and this might be due to the cheese sauce used in this dish. You will find yourself coming up with reasons to make it for other meals.
Cauliflower Personal "Pizzas"
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
This recipe is a fresher take on those cauliflower-crust pizzas you've seen in the freezer aisle. Instead, you'll slice a head of cauliflower into "steaks" and load it up with your family's favorite pizza ingredients.
Cauliflower Rice Bowl With Tahini-Herb Chicken
The best part about rice bowls is every member of the family can customize according to their tastes. This version uses cauliflower rice, Greek grilled chicken, and traditional Mediterranean toppings. A package of riced cauliflower makes preparation fast and easy.
Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
Stacy K. Allen; Props: Julia Bayless; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
When the family balks at cauliflower, try this rich casserole that's as delicious as a loaded baked potato. A container of sour cream, three cheeses, bacon, and chives will convince the whole family.
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