Best 7 Cauliflower With Parmesan Topping Recipes

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**Discover a symphony of flavors with our delectable Cauliflower with Parmesan Topping**. This culinary masterpiece offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Savor the tender-crisp florets of cauliflower enveloped in a golden-brown parmesan crust, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or a more adventurous twist, our diverse recipes cater to every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the versatility of this versatile vegetable through a collection of tempting recipes that will elevate your dining experience.

**From the classic Cauliflower with Parmesan Topping to the tangy Lemon-Pepper Cauliflower, each recipe promises a unique taste sensation**. Indulge in the creamy richness of the Cauliflower Gratin or the smoky goodness of the Roasted Cauliflower with Bacon. For a lighter option, try the Steamed Cauliflower with Garlic and Herbs, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the natural goodness of cauliflower. And if you're craving something more substantial, the Cauliflower Fried Rice is a delightful fusion of flavors that will satisfy your hunger.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CAULIFLOWER PARMESAN



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If you're thinking of going vegetarian with your Parmesan -- but want something other than eggplant -- this is the dish for you. It's as crispy, cheesy, savory and completely comforting as the original, but with nutritious cauliflower as the base.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head cauliflower (2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 heaping cup shredded mozzarella (about 8 ounces)
1 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • For the tomato sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat until hot. Add the onion and cook until softened, translucent and slightly brown on the sides, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds more. Pour in the tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors combine and the liquid begins to reduce slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat until ready to use.
  • For the cauliflower: Meanwhile, trim the base of the core from the cauliflower, then cut the head into 1-inch-thick slices (steaks). Cut any florets that fall off into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper over both sides of the cauliflower.
  • Whisk together the flour, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons black pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk together the milk and eggs in a second shallow bowl. Whisk together the breadcrumbs and Parmesan in a third shallow bowl. One at a time, dredge the cauliflower steaks and 1-inch pieces first in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture and then into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to coat. Transfer the breaded cauliflower to a rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Set another rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven over high heat until a deep-frying thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Fry the cauliflower steaks one at a time with some of the smaller pieces, flipping after about 1 minute and then flipping a few more times until all sides are equally cooked, until dark golden brown, about 5 minutes (return the oil to 350 degrees F between each batch). Transfer the finished cauliflower to the rack on the baking sheet and immediately sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Add the cauliflower to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish in a single layer or slightly overlapping. Pour the tomato sauce over the top and sprinkle with the mozzarella. Broil until the cheese is golden brown and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with torn basil leaves. Serve hot.

PARMESAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cauliflower florets, olive oil, italian breadcrumb, garlic powder, salt, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Sides

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 cups cauliflower florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup italian breadcrumb
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚F).
  • In a bowl or ziploc bag, add the cauliflower florets and olive oil and stir until fully combined.
  • Add the garlic powder, salt, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan. Stir until fully coated.
  • Spread the cauliflower on a greased, foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Stir the cauliflower and bake for an additional 10.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CAULIFLOWER PARMESAN



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This delicious, hearty cauliflower parm doesn't skimp on the flavor and will satisfy everyone, from vegetarians to the most die-hard carnivore.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium head cauliflower
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt
3 large eggs, beaten
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
About 1 cup olive oil
2 1/2 cups marinara sauce, from a 24-ounce jar
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a plate with paper towels.
  • Pull off the leaves from the base of the cauliflower and cut off the stem, but do not cut out the core. Slice the cauliflower into 1-inch thick slices, aiming for about 3 nice "steaks" from the center. The rest will break into smaller florets, and that is okay.
  • Mix the flour with 1 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl or pie plate. Put the eggs in another shallow bowl and panko in a third shallow bowl.
  • Add 1/4 inch olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Working with the larger pieces first, add the cauliflower to the flour and turn to coat. Shake off the excess, then dip in the egg to coat. Let the excess egg drip off, then coat thoroughly in the panko. Fry the cauliflower in batches to avoid overcrowding, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Transfer to the lined plate to drain and sprinkle with salt. Repeat with the remaining smaller pieces of cauliflower (leave out any tiny crumbly pieces).
  • Spread 1 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Arrange the fried cauliflower on top, then spoon 1 cup of the sauce on top of the cauliflower. Arrange the mozzarella over the sauce, then spoon the remaining 1/2 cup marinara over the top. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and bake until bubbling and lightly browned in spots, about 35 minutes. Sprinkle with the basil and serve.

PARMESAN-ROASTED CAULIFLOWER



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This perfectly roasted cauliflower tossed with olive oil and topped with Parmesan cheese will become your quick and easy keto side dish.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mixed herbs
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt, mixed herbs, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil; toss until well coated. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until crisp, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 777.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH PARMESAN-PANKO CRUMBLE



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A make-ahead Parmesan and panko crumble adds an addictive savory crunch to this large-format holiday side.

Provided by Rick Martinez

Categories     Cauliflower     Breadcrumbs     Parmesan     Cheddar     Butter     Garlic     Thyme     Shallot     Parsley     Lemon     Thanksgiving     Side     Entertaining     Dinner

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3 1/2 oz. finely grated Parmesan (about 1 cup)
2 1/2 oz. coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 cup)
2 Tbsp. plus 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
4 large heads of cauliflower, cored, outer leaves removed
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
3 Tbsp. thyme leaves (from about 1 bunch)
20 large shallots, peeled, halved, quartered if very large, divided
8 tsp. kosher salt, divided
2 tsp. freshly ground pepper, divided
1/2 cup chopped parsley
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450°F. Toss panko, Parmesan, cheddar, and 2 Tbsp. butter in a medium bowl until combined. Sprinkle evenly onto a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake on lower rack until cheese is melted and bubbling and panko is deep golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Let cool. Crumble into small pieces; set aside until ready to use.
  • Meanwhile, cut cauliflower into 1/2"-thick steaks (it's okay if the outside ends break apart).
  • Whisk garlic, thyme, and remaining 1 cup butter in a medium measuring cup.
  • Toss half of cauliflower, half of shallots, 1/2 cup butter mixture, 4 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper on a rimmed baking sheet until coated. Repeat with remaining cauliflower, shallots, 1/2 cup butter mixture, 4 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper on another rimmed baking sheet. Roast, tossing veggies and rotating sheets from top to bottom halfway through, until tender and browned, 45-55 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly. Transfer to a platter. Top with reserved crumble and parsley. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
  • Do Ahead: Uncrumbled panko mixture can be baked 1 day ahead. Wrap baking sheet with plastic and store at room temperature.

MASHED CAULIFLOWER WITH PARMESAN



Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan image

I couldn't shake my mashed potato habit-until I tried mashed cauliflower with a similar consistency. I started making my own, and my family loves it. -Meredith Howard, Franklin, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large head cauliflower (about 2-1/2 pounds), broken into florets
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, covered, until cauliflower is soft, 10-12 minutes. Drain., Mash cauliflower to desired consistency. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, cream, butter and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and, if desired, parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PARMESAN CAULIFLOWER



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Need a last-minute side dish to round out your meal? This quick and cheesy recipe from Brenda Biron in Sydney, Nova Scotia can be table-ready in minutes! It's also yummy with broccoli instead of cauliflower, Brenda says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
5 teaspoons reduced-fat butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower in a steamer basket; place in a small saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in another small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. , Add cauliflower to the cream sauce. Cook and stir over low heat for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Cauliflower: Select a cauliflower head that is compact, heavy for its size, and has tightly packed florets. Avoid heads with brown spots or blemishes.
  • Preparing the Cauliflower: Trim the cauliflower florets into bite-sized pieces. Wash them thoroughly and pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
  • Cooking the Cauliflower: You can boil, steam, or roast the cauliflower florets. Boiling is the quickest method, while roasting gives the cauliflower a slightly caramelized flavor. Steaming preserves the nutrients and crunchiness of the cauliflower.
  • Making the Parmesan Topping: Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture. Combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, and olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Baking the Cauliflower: Place the cooked cauliflower florets in a baking dish and sprinkle the Parmesan topping evenly over them. Bake in a preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and the cauliflower is tender.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower with Parmesan topping is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With its crispy Parmesan topping and tender cauliflower florets, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. Serve the cauliflower with a side of roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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