Winy’s Kitchen: In Praise of Cauliflower [BLUE ZONES COOKING]

by Winy Chen [about Winy] I am on a quest to explore different cauliflower recipes ever since I sampled roasted cauliflower at The Kettle in Manhattan Beach, and my two boys practically ate the whole bowl all by themselves. “Hmm…This could be a great vegetable to add to my kids’ taste palette. I need to find different ways to cook it.” Cauliflower—it is a sure thing! Cauliflower belongs to the same family as broccoli. It is a low-calorie vegetable that is nearly fat-, cholesterol- and sodium-free. It is also an excellent source of vitamin C. As a member of the cruciferous family, cauliflower is also known to prevent cancer. How to select cauliflower: Choose cauliflower with compact, creamy white curds with bright green leaves, firmly attached. Avoid brown spots or spread out, loose sections. How to store: Cauliflower can be stored in the refrigerator bin up to 5 days. Ways to Enjoy Cauliflower: Stir-fry: Sauté cauliflower in garlic and oil along with a medley of other vegetables. Soup: Make cream of cauliflower soup with or without dairy. You can also substitute cauliflower for potatoes as a thickening agent. Mash: Steam cauliflower until tender and cut into small pieces, blending…

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