Simple Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Things Needed
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2 fresh, medium-sized cauliflower heads that feel nice and solid
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1 tbsp of any plain vegetable oil
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1 tsp fine sea salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
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2 tsp onion powder
→ Cheesy Topping
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1/2 cup grated finely, Gruyere cheese or some sharp cheddar
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1/2 cup Parmesan, grated to a fine consistency
→ Decorations
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Chopped-up fresh chives for garnishing
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to preheat at 400°F (200°C, or 180°C if using a fan). Lay some parchment paper onto a large baking tray.
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Slice up 6 pieces from the cauliflowers—about 3/4-inch thick each. Don’t panic if some slices break up; patch them on the tray.
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Scatter your grated Parmesan over the parchment, then snugly lay your cauliflower slices on the tray in one layer.
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Make a mix by stirring together the onion powder, sea salt, ground pepper, and oil. Use a brush to spread this tasty mix over the cauliflower steaks.
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Put the tray into your oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until it’s easy to poke through the cauliflower with a fork.
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Sprinkle Gruyere (or cheddar) over the steaks, and bake again for 10-15 minutes. Pull them out when the cheese browns and bubbles.
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Top with chopped chives and serve warm while the cheese is gooey.
# Notes:
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Keep the leftover bits from slicing cauliflower—they’re awesome in soup or as a side dish, and you can freeze them too!
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Start with tight and firm heads of cauliflower if you want slices that don’t fall apart as much.
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Having two cauliflowers means you’ll get more uniform-looking steaks that stay in one piece.