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5-Star Ina Garten Cauliflower Toasts Recipe – Easy and Delicious

5-Star Ina Garten Cauliflower Toasts Recipe – Easy and Delicious

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 60
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

This 5-star Ina Garten cauliflower toasts recipe creates an elegant appetizer with roasted cauliflower, creamy mascarpone, fresh herbs, and optional prosciutto. Perfect for entertaining, this restaurant-quality dish combines simple ingredients with sophisticated technique for impressive results every time.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large heads cauliflower (approximately 3 pounds total), cut into 1-inch florets
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 8 thick slices artisanal bread (sourdough or country white)
  • 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons best-quality extra virgin olive oil for finishing
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven.
  2. Prepare cauliflower: Cut into uniform 1-inch florets and place on two large rimmed baking sheets, ensuring pieces aren’t overcrowded.
  3. Season cauliflower: Drizzle with olive oil and toss thoroughly to coat. Season generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Initial roasting: Roast for 15 minutes without disturbing to develop golden-brown color.
  5. Toss and continue roasting: Remove from oven, toss cauliflower, switch pan positions, and roast 15-20 minutes more until tender and deeply caramelized.
  6. Prepare mascarpone mixture: While cauliflower roasts, combine room-temperature mascarpone with lemon juice, zest, chives, dill, and thyme. Fold gently until just combined.
  7. Toast bread: Toast bread slices until golden brown and crispy throughout.
  8. Assemble toasts: Spread generous layer of mascarpone mixture on each toast. Top with roasted cauliflower, dividing evenly.
  9. Add prosciutto and finish: If using, drape prosciutto over cauliflower. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Roasted cauliflower can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored refrigerated. Mascarpone mixture keeps 2 days refrigerated. Assemble just before serving for best texture. Substitutions: Use ricotta + cream for mascarpone, gluten-free bread for celiac guests, or omit prosciutto for vegetarian version. Quality matters: Use best olive oil and fresh herbs for optimal flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 295
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 580
  • Fat: 17
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 14
  • Cholesterol: 35

Keywords: Ina Garten cauliflower toasts recipe, cauliflower toast, mascarpone cauliflower, roasted cauliflower appetizer, elegant appetizer, cauliflower tartine, prosciutto cauliflower, entertaining recipes

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