Name: Smashed Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray, for pan -; 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 3 cups) -; 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil -; Kosher salt -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 1 tsp. garlic powder -; 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese -; 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled -; 1 tbsp. finely chopped chives -

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15 min.

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Ingredients for - Smashed Cauliflower

1. Nonstick cooking spray, for pan -

2. 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 3 cups) -

3. 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil -

4. Kosher salt -

5. Freshly ground black pepper -

6. 1 tsp. garlic powder -

7. 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese -

8. 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled -

9. 1 tbsp. finely chopped chives -

How to cook deliciously - Smashed Cauliflower

1. Stage

Preheat oven to 425° and grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray.

2. Stage

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook cauliflower until fork tender, about 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.

3. Stage

Spread florets out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Using a potato masher, or the bottom of a small glass, lightly smash the cauliflower florets.

4. Stage

Top each smashed cauliflower floret with a pinch of cheddar cheese and some bacon, then bake until cheese is melted and crispy around the edges, about 15 minutes.

5. Stage

Sprinkle chives over cauliflower and serve warm or at room temperature.