1large head ofcauliflower, sliced into 4 (1/2 - 3/4 inch) slabs or steaks. You can use the loose pieces as well if you'd like or store them for another recipe for later
A good drizzle of olive oil, plus more if needed
1teaspoondried Italian herbs
salt and pepper, to taste
2 to 3tablespoonsParmigiano Reggiano, grated
1tablespoonfreshly herbs, roughly chopped (If you have them on hand such as parsley, basil, or oregano)
For the Romesco Sauce:
12ounce jarfire roasted red bell peppers, roughly 2 roasted bell peppers
2tablespoonsalmonds, about 20 whole raw almonds (feel free to sub with other nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or pine nuts)
2clovesgarlic
1teaspoonolive oil
⅛teaspoonsmoked paprika
1pinchred chili flakes
salt and pepper, to taste
Equipment
sheet pan
Instructions
Bake the cauliflower:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Add the cauliflower to a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Drizzle a little olive oil onto each steak. Sprinkle with the dried Italian herbs and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, then sprinkle with Parmigiano Reggiano and place back into the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and your steaks are tender and golden in color.
Meanwhile, make the Romesco sauce:
In a food processor or blender, add all of the ingredients for your Romesco sauce in and blend until you have the smooth consistency that you like. The sauce can be served at room temperature, however if you'd like to warm it, pour the sauce into a small sauce pan and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes while your cauliflower is cooking.
Assemble the dish:
Add a good spear of your sauce to a plate and add your cauliflower on top, sprinkle with some fresh herbs if you have them and a tiny drizzle of olive oil and enjoy!