Name: Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cauliflower; 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 0.5 tsp dried parsley; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp smoked paprika; 0.75 tsp salt; 0.125 tsp black pepper; sea salt

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Whole Roasted Cauliflower

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a square baking pan or casserole dish with aluminum foil.

Trim the leaves and rough stalks from the bottom of the cauliflower, leaving the core. Set the cauliflower right side up in the baking dish

Place the olive oil, butter, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.

Brush or rub the oil and butter mixture evenly over the surface of the cauliflower.

Cover the head of cauliflower with a sheet of aluminum foil, crimping it loosely around the edges of the pan.

Roast the cauliflower on middle rack of oven for 1 1/2 hours.

Remove the sheet of foil and continue to roast until the cauliflower is easily pierced with a fork and lightly charred, 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Check to see that the cauliflower is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow to cool in the baking pan for 5 minutes. Transfer the head of cauliflower to a cutting board and carve into steaks. Sprinkle the steaks with a generous pinch of sea salt, and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Choose the Right Head Size 🥦
Select a cauliflower head that's 5-6 inches in diameter for even cooking in 45-50 minutes; larger heads may cook unevenly or burn on the outside.
Dry Your Cauliflower Thoroughly 💧
Pat the whole head completely dry with paper towels after rinsing to ensure a golden, crispy exterior and prevent steam from creating a mushy texture.
Oil and Seasoning Adhesion Trick 🧈
Brush the cauliflower with melted butter first, then apply your spice blend—the butter acts as an adhesive that keeps seasonings locked onto the surface throughout roasting.
Tent with Foil for Even Browning 🫶
If the top begins browning too quickly, loosely tent with foil for the final 15-20 minutes while the interior finishes cooking to prevent charring.
Rest and Reap Textural Benefits ⏱️
Let the roasted cauliflower rest for 5 minutes before cutting to allow the exterior to firm up, making it easier to slice into presentable steaks.