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Cauliflower Steaks with Cauliflower Purée

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Cauliflower Steaks with Cauliflower Purée

Cauliflower Steaks with Cauliflower Purée

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Equipment

  • - Kitchen Knife Set: Essential for cutting cauliflower into steaks and other prep work; includes various blade types for different tasks.

  • - High-Speed Blender: Ideal for creating smooth, creamy cauliflower puree by blending cooked cauliflower with dairy or plant-based milk alternatives.

  • - Cutting Board Set: Durable cutting boards are needed to safely cut cauliflower into steak-sized pieces, protecting your countertops from damage.

  • - Large Pot with Lid: Needed for simmering or boiling the cauliflower to make puree; ensure it's large enough to accommodate the volume of cauliflower you intend to use.

  • - Chef's Knife (8-inch): A versatile knife that can be used for various cutting tasks during preparation, including chopping vegetables or herbs for additional garnish.

  • sting Board: A basic but essential tool for safely cutting and handling fresh produce, including raw cauliflower before cooking.

  • - Digital Scale (1-5 lbs): For precise measurement of ingredients if you're interested in adjusting the recipe quantitatively or scaling it up/down.

Ingredients

  • 1 1 1/2-pound head of cauliflower

  • 1 1/2 cups water

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus additional for brushing

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 250°F. Using sharp heavy knife and starting at top center of cauliflower head, cut two 1-inch-thick slices of cauliflower, cutting through stem end. Set cauliflower steaks aside.
2

Instruction 2

Cut enough florets from remaining cauliflower head to measure 3 cups. Combine florets, 1 1/2 cups water, and milk in medium saucepan, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bring to boil and cook until cauliflower florets are very tender, about 10 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid. Spread florets on large rimmed baking sheet, and bake 10 minutes until slightly dry. Transfer florets to blender. Add reserved 1 cup cooking liquid and puree until smooth. Return puree to same saucepan and increase oven temperature to 350°F.
3

Instruction 3

Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Brush cauliflower steaks with additional oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add cauliflower steaks to skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer skillet to oven and bake cauliflower steaks until tender, about 10 minutes.
4

Instruction 4

Rewarm cauliflower puree over medium heat. Divide puree between 2 plates; top each with cauliflower steak.
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