Description
Ina Garten’s Cauliflower Toast is a delicious and comforting vegetarian main course that features roasted cauliflower mixed with Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, creamy mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard spread over toasted country bread, then baked to bubbly golden perfection. This dish combines rich flavors and a satisfying texture, perfect for a cozy meal or an impressive appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Mixture
- 1 small head of cauliflower (cut into large florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces grated Gruyère cheese
- 2 ounces freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Bread
- 4 slices thick-cut country bread (such as sourdough)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Roast Cauliflower: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the cauliflower florets on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and browned. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then finely chop the cauliflower.
- Prepare Cauliflower Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped roasted cauliflower with the grated Gruyère, Parmesan, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Toast Bread Slices: Arrange the bread slices on a sheet pan and toast them in the same oven for about 5 minutes until they are lightly toasted and crisp.
- Assemble Toasts: Remove the bread from the oven and evenly spread the cauliflower cheese mixture on each slice, covering all the way to the edges.
- Bake Topped Toast: Return the assembled toasts to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the topping is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the toasts with the chopped fresh chives and serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, rub the toasted bread with a cut garlic clove before spreading the cauliflower mixture.
- If Gruyère cheese is not available, you can substitute with another melting cheese such as fontina or sharp cheddar.
