Name: Garlic Roasted Cauliflower
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Preheat oven to 400F.

Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss well to coat.

Season with minced garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to distribute.

Stir in the grated parmesan until well-distributed.

Spread the seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet, being sure to avoid over-crowding.

Bake for 10 minutes, flip and then continue cooking for 5-10 minutes until well golden.

Serve immediately.

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Pat Dry for Crispiness 🌟
Pat the cauliflower florets completely dry with paper towels before tossing with oil to ensure maximum browning and a crispy exterior instead of steaming.
Slice Garlic Thin for Even Distribution 🧄
Slice garlic thinly rather than mincing it so the pieces distribute evenly throughout the florets and some pieces caramelize while others remain tender.
Don't Crowd the Pan 🍳
Spread cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet with space between florets to allow hot air circulation, creating golden caramelization rather than steaming.
Toast Parmesan Separately for Peak Flavor 🧀
Add half the Parmesan in the last 3-5 minutes of roasting and sprinkle the remaining fresh Parmesan immediately after removing from the oven for nutty depth and melted richness.
Infuse Oil with Garlic Before Roasting 🫒
Warm the olive oil with minced garlic for 2-3 minutes before tossing with cauliflower to develop deeper garlic flavor throughout the dish rather than raw garlic notes.