Best Cauliflower With Cotija Cheese Recipes

CAULIFLOWER GRATIN WITH QUESO COTIJA

Steps:

• In a 6- to 8-quart pan over high heat, bring 3 quarts water to a boil. Meanwhile, trim and discard leaves from cauliflower; separate heads into florets. Slice florets 1/4 inch thick. Add sliced cauliflower to boiling water and cook until tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well.
• In a glass measure, stir together cream and cayenne. Line bottom of a shallow 3 1/2- to 4-quart baking dish with a fourth of the cauliflower slices. Drizzle a fourth of the cream mixture over cauliflower. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper and top evenly with a fourth of the poblano chile strips and cotija cheese. Repeat three times to layer gratin, ending with cheese.
• Bake in a 450° oven until cheese is browned and cauliflower is tender when pierced, about 30 minutes. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

CAULIFLOWER AND RED ONION TACOS

Steps:

• Place the cauliflower and onion in a steaming basket over 1 inch of boiling water. Cover and steam 1 minute. Lift the lid for 15 seconds, then cover again and steam for 5 to 8 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender. Refresh with cold water and drain on paper towels.
• In a large bowl, mix together the garlic, cilantro, capers, vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cauliflower and onion and toss together. Marinate, stirring from time to time, for 30 minutes if possible before serving. For an added kick, stir in the chili or chilies. Transfer the mixture to a skillet and heat through over medium heat.
• Warm the tortillas. Top with the marinated vegetables and a handful of romaine, sprinkle on the cheese and serve.

CAULIFLOWER WITH COTIJA CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook the cauliflower in a large pan of boiling water until barely tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and return to the pan while hot. Add the butter, olive oil, and salt. Stir very gently to melt the butter and coat the cauliflower. Transfer to a shallow serving bowl or platter. Sprinkle with the cheese and parsley. Serve hot.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine cauliflower, onion, and garlic in a bowl. Add olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Cheddar cheese and stir to coat. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
• Cook in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 35 to 45 minutes.

CAULIFLOWER WITH COTIJA CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook the cauliflower in a large pan of boiling water until barely tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and return to the pan while hot. Add the butter, olive oil, and salt. Stir very gently to melt the butter and coat the cauliflower. Transfer to a shallow serving bowl or platter. Sprinkle with the cheese and parsley. Serve hot.From "1,000 Mexican Recipes." Copyright 2001 by Marge Poore. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.