Tender, spicy roast cauliflower is delicious as a side dish or as an appetizer with Ranch or Bleu Cheese dip. Try it just once and you will be addicted.
1head of cauliflower, washed and broken into florets
3tablespoonsolive oil(don't scrimp on quality)
1tablespoonof Gourmet Garden Chunky Garlic
1tablespoonof Gourmet Garden Chili Paste, hot or mild (if you like heat use the Hot Chili Paste but add it a little at a time.)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450F.
Brush a cookie sheet with a little olive oil.
Mix the 3 tablespoons of olive oil, and herbs until well blended.
Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
Pour over the cauliflower and mix gently so that all of the florets are covered with the oil.
Let the cauliflower rest in the oil for 20 minutes or so.
Spread florets out on the cookie sheet.
Place in oven and roast for about 20 minutes or until tender and the florets have begun to caramelize.
Stir the cauliflower often during roasting - don't allow it to burn.
Notes
Gourmet Garden products are available in the produce section of many grocery stores. If you can't find the products substitute fresh minced garlic and Sweet Thai chili or hot sauce to taste.