Recipe Details
Ingredients
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2(2.5 pound)heads cauliflower
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1tablespoonkosher salt
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1tablespoonolive oil, divided, or as needed
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2large eggs
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4clovespeeled garlic, crushed fine
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½teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
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¼teaspoondried oregano
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⅛teaspooncayenne pepper
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4ouncesshredded Cheddar cheese
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1ouncefinely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for topping
Cooking Directions
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Cut cauliflower into medium-sized florets. Working in batches, pulse florets in a food processor until texture resembles rice grains. Transfer to a large pot and sprinkle with kosher salt. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture is wet and soft, about 30 minutes. Reduce heat if it begins to brown. Remove from heat and allow cauliflower to cool.
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Working in batches, transfer cauliflower to a clean cotton towel. Bring up the sides, twist the towel, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. For this recipe, you’ll need about 3 1/2 cups cooked, squeeze-dried cauliflower.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a large rectangular baking dish with parchment paper, allowing the ends to extend up over the sides for easy lifting. Lightly brush parchment with olive oil.
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Crack eggs into a large mixing bowl. Add garlic, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper; whisk together until combined. Transfer cauliflower to the mixing bowl. Add shredded Cheddar cheese and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; mix thoroughly. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Tamp down and smooth out evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven until deep golden brown, about 1 hour. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, 3 or 4 hours.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat; lightly oil the mat.
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Lift chilled cauliflower out of the pan. Slice in half lengthwise; slice each half crosswise into thin “fries,” about 1-inch wide. Arrange fries on the prepared mat, so they do not touch; brush lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with a dusting of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven until deeply browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
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Servings Per Recipe4 | |
Calories358 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 18g |
23% |
Saturated Fat 9g |
43% |
Cholesterol 129mg |
43% |
Sodium 1930mg |
84% |
Total Carbohydrate 32g |
12% |
Dietary Fiber 14g |
51% |
Total Sugars 14g |
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Protein 24g |
49% |
Vitamin C 264mg |
294% |
Calcium 429mg |
33% |
Iron 3mg |
19% |
Potassium 1808mg |
38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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