Heavenly Cauliflower Cheese Bake with Tomato and Herb Infusion

Ingredients

- 1 large head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Cauliflower:
Rinse and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

3. Arrange the Cauliflower:
Place the cauliflower florets in a single layer in a baking dish. Season them with salt, pepper, and half of the dried oregano and basil.

4. Tomato Sauce Base:
Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the cauliflower florets. Sprinkle the remaining oregano and basil over the top.

5. Cheese Topping:
Generously cover the tomato-coated cauliflower with shredded Parmesan cheese. Ensure an even layer for a gratifying cheesy crust.

6. Add the Heat:
Evenly distribute crushed red pepper flakes over the cheese layer for a hint of heat.

7. Bake to Perfection:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden-brown, and the cauliflower is tender.

8. Crisp It Up:
For a delightful crispy top, switch the oven to broil and brown the cheese for an additional 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

9. Serve & Enjoy:
Carefully remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve the Cauliflower Cheese Bake hot as a satisfying dinner dish.

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Cauliflower, Cheese Bake, Tomato Sauce, Oregano, Basil, Parmesan, Baked Dish, Dinner Recipe, Vegetarian, Comfort Food

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Exact Total Calories: 850

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