For a richer flavor, brown the butter in a saucepan before dotting it over the cauliflower. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. A combination of Parmesan and Gruyere would be delicious. If you don’t have lemon pepper panko, regular panko bread crumbs can be used with a zest of one lemon and a generous crack of black pepper.
Cauliflower alla Parmigiana
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS106
Elevate the humble cauliflower to new heights with this elegant Cauliflower alla Parmigiana. Tender florets, kissed with browned butter, are layered in a gratin dish, blanketed with nutty Parmesan, and finished with a zesty lemon-pepper panko crust. A simple yet sophisticated side dish that’s sure to impress.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate12 g
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Cholesterol14 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium280 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly butter a 10x8-inch oval baking dish or a dish of equivalent size.
02
Step
3 mins
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and parboil until slightly softened but still retaining a bit of crispness, about 3 minutes. Drain thoroughly and slice lengthwise, ensuring the stems are approximately 1/4 inch thick for even cooking.
03
Step
5 mins
Arrange the cauliflower slices, overlapping them artfully and snugly, in the prepared baking dish. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Distribute the thin slices of butter evenly over the cauliflower, followed by a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and the lemon-pepper panko bread crumbs.
04
Step
30 mins
Bake uncovered until the top is beautifully browned and the cauliflower is tender, about 30 minutes. Let stand for a few minutes before serving hot.
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Haleigh Krajcik
Jun 30, 2025A wonderful way to make cauliflower! My kids even ate it.
Einar Runolfsdottir
May 18, 2025This is such an easy and impressive side dish!
Mollie Boyle
Apr 21, 2025My cauliflower was a bit too soft after boiling, so I'll reduce the time next time. Still tasted great though!
Delta Bernier
Mar 4, 2025This recipe was so easy to follow and the result was amazing! My family loved it.
Bradly Beatty
Feb 16, 2025Delicious! I added a little garlic powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
Leo Wunsch
Jan 20, 2025I used gluten-free panko and it was just as good!
Alexys Hauck
Jan 12, 2025I've made this twice now, and it's become a regular side dish. The lemon pepper panko is a game changer!
Royce Nitzsche
Jul 1, 2024I didn't have panko, so I used regular breadcrumbs with lemon zest. Worked perfectly!