Description
A luxurious roasted cauliflower infused with gooey cheese filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large whole cauliflower (leaves removed, core trimmed)
- Water for boiling
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (chopped – optional)
- Chili flakes (optional)
- Extra cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray or dish with parchment paper for an effortless clean-up.
- Prepare your cauliflower: Bring a large pot of salted water to a roaring boil. Gently lower the head of cauliflower into the bubbling water and parboil for about 8-10 minutes.
- Mix the cheesiness: In a mixing bowl, combine the cheddar, mozzarella, cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, paprika, black pepper, and a dash of salt. Stir until all ingredients meld into a creamy, flavorful blend.
- Stuff the cauliflower: Carefully place the cauliflower in your prepared baking dish. Open up the florets slightly to create space for the cheese mixture and spoon some of the remaining mixture on top.
- Bake to perfection: Slide the dish into your preheated oven and let it bake for about 35-45 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley or chili flakes.
Notes
Consider making the cheese mixture a day in advance. Pair with garlic bread or a mixed greens salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg