Name: Cheese Baked Cauliflower
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Preheat oven to 375℉ and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.

In a small bowl mix mayonnaise, parmesan, all-purpose blend until well combined – set aside.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Blanch the whole cauliflower for 4 minutes, 2 minutes on each side then pat dry.

Place cauliflower in baking dish and spread on the mayo/cheese mixture to cover completely.

Bake for about 20 minutes.

Slice, serve, and enjoy!

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Cut Cauliflower Uniformly 🥦
Cut florets into similar-sized pieces (about 1.5-2 inches) to ensure even cooking and prevent smaller pieces from burning while larger ones remain undercooked.
Dry Your Cauliflower First 💧
Pat cauliflower completely dry with paper towels after washing to remove excess moisture, allowing the mayo-cheese coating to adhere better and achieve a crispier texture.
Mix Mayo and Cheese Properly 🧀
Combine mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese in a bowl and stir until completely smooth before coating, ensuring even seasoning distribution and better adhesion to the florets.
Don't Overcrowd the Pan 🍽️
Arrange cauliflower in a single layer without overlapping to promote even browning and allow hot air circulation for maximum crust development and flavor.
Finish Under the Broiler 🔆
For the last 2-3 minutes of baking, switch to broil setting to achieve a golden, slightly crispy cheese top while keeping the cauliflower tender inside.