Crucifer Cheesy Breadstuff - Easy Kraft Recipes

Crucifer Cheesy Breadstuff

I pair focaccia but I set out to accomplish a ignitor, author nutritious variation.  You'll likely be thunderstruck to focus what I utilized as the ignoble of my focaccia instead of flour.  The fulfill is… crucifer!  Yes, the meek crucifer is actually an extremely versatile produce.  

It can be used in any determine of ways and because of it's mild kind, it takes on the flavors of some you mix it with.  A member of the cruciferous vegetational assemble (equal Brussels sprouts, borecole and broccoli), cauliflower is packed with effectual phytochemicals (plant-based compounds) and antioxidants that work prevent disease.  It also has an arresting vesture of vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for your wellbeing including fibre, catalyst, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, potassium, manganese and choline.

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower about 2 pounds
• 1 large egg or 2 egg whites
• 1 cup shredded cheese (I used reduced fat Cheddar Jack), divided
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or mix of dried herbs
• Salt and pepper
• Marinara sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.

2. Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into florets. Place them in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower is finely chopped and looks like rice.

3. Transfer the cauliflower to a microwave-safe dish or bowl. Cover and cook in the microwave for 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can steam the cauliflower in a steamer basket or bake it in the oven at 375 for 20 minutes.

4. When the cauliflower is cool, transfer it to a bowl lined with a kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Bring the ends of the cloth together and squeeze as much liquid out of the cauliflower as you can. I got about ½ cup liquid.

5. Transfer the cauliflower to a mixing bowl and add the egg, Italian seasoning, ½ cup cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix to combine.

6. Transfer the mixture to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Form the dough into a rectangle about 8 x 12 inches and ¼-inch thick.

7. Bake in the oven 15-20 minutes until cooked. Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheese over the top. Bake another 5 minutes until cheese is melted.

8. Cut cheesy bread into 16 breadsticks. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

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