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Garlic Butter Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Looking for a delicious and healthy low carb dish? Look no further! This Garlic Butter Whole Roasted Cauliflower recipe is perfect for you. Packed with flavor and easy to make, it’s a great option for those following a keto diet.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium-large head of cauliflower

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

  • ½ tsp salt, to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F/ 200°C.

Prepare the Cauliflower

  • Lay the cauliflower on a cutting board with the stem side facing up.

  • Remove as much of the thick white stalk as possible, as shown in the video below.

Make the Sauce

In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.

Dressing the Cauliflower

  • Position the cauliflower in a baking dish or Dutch oven with the core side down.
  • Brush the sauce generously over the entire cauliflower, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Baking

  • Cover the cauliflower with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.

  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-20 minutes or until the

  • cauliflower is tender (a knife or fork should pierce easily).

  • The baking time will depend on the size of the cauliflower.

Final Touches

  • Sprinkle the cauliflower with the Parmesan cheese.

  • Switch the oven to broil and roast the cauliflower for another 3-5

  • minutes, or until it turns golden brown on top.

Garnishing

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • If you prefer a little spice, replace Italian Seasoning with a Taco Seasoning Blend or sprinkle a few red pepper flakes.

  • For a vegan whole roasted cauliflower, omit the butter and add olive oil instead. Parmesan can easily be replaced with two tablespoons of nutritional yeast.

Bonus Recipe: Homemade Panettone

This easy panettone recipe is a simplified version of the original, but you won’t even notice the difference when you taste it! This traditional Italian sweet bread is increasingly popular during Christmas worldwide.

The original recipe is quite elaborate, using a special sourdough starter and a process that takes several days. In this recipe, we have simplified the process quite a bit. However, it still takes some time and has its tricks, but it’s definitely worth it!

The tradition of panettone dates back centuries, and nowadays, it’s an essential element in Christmas celebrations in many homes. Modern variations include versions with additional fillings, such as chocolate or cream, but the essence of panettone remains the same.

It’s a festive delicacy that is shared and enjoyed during the holiday season. Its unmistakable aroma and unique flavor make panettone a cherished culinary gift and a symbol of celebration during the end-of-year festivities.

Preparation Time:

  • Serves 4 / 45 minutes / Medium difficulty

Ingredients:

Sponge:

  • 400g special flour

  • 10g instant yeast

  • 4g strong dough improver

  • 10g gluten

  • 180ml water

  • 80g sugar

  • 10g butter

Reinforcement:

  • 225g special flour

  • 80g egg yolks (without whites)

  • 110g sugar

  • 80g salt

  • 10g shine enhancer

  • 6g emulsifier

  • 5g wheat gluten

  • 80g anti-mold agent

  • 6g powdered milk

  • 100ml water

  • 5g strong dough improver

  • 50g butter

  • 45g margarine

  • 180g raisins

  • 170g candied fruit

  • 80g panettone essence

Preparation:

Sponge:

  1. Place the flour and instant yeast in a mixer, mix them dry until everything comes together.
  2. Then add the water, dough improver, sugar, and knead.
  3. After a few minutes, add the butter and continue kneading until you get a regular, unrefined dough.
  4. Let it ferment for 2.5 to 3 hours.

Reinforcement:

  1. Place the sponge in the mixer with the egg yolks, sugar, salt, emulsifier, shine enhancer, and water.
  2. Knead until the mixture is homogeneous.
  3. Pre-mix the special flour with the powdered milk, anti-mold agent, wheat gluten, and strong dough improver.
  4. Continue kneading. When the dough starts to become elastic, add the margarine and essences, and keep kneading until you get a thin, elastic dough.
  5. Finally, add the raisins and candied fruit. Let the dough rest for a few minutes, then cut and shape it into desired units.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes, shape the dough into rolls for the second time, and place them in molds.
  7. Let it ferment for about three hours, then bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 60 minutes.

Now you can enjoy your homemade panettone!