Cauliflower Bake with Tomato & Mozzarella

Cauliflower Bake with Tomato & Mozzarella

4 servings
This cheesy cauliflower bake is packed with tomato sauce, mozzarella and panko breadcrumbs. It's a filling and delicious winter warmer!

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    5 tbsp
  • cauliflower

    cut into florets

    1 head
  • salt and pepper
  • garlic

    sliced

    4 cloves
  • chilli flakes
  • 400g tins chopped tomatoes
    2
  • cherry tomatoes

    halved

    150 g
  • bay leaf
    1
  • panko breadcrumbs
    75 g
  • parmesan

    or vegetarian alternative

    100 g
  • mozzarella

    cut into small pieces

    250 g
  • thyme sprigs

    to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 220°C/430°F. Toss the cauliflower with 2 tbsp olive oil and plenty of salt and pepper. Roast for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    While the cauliflower roasts heat the remaining olive oil over a medium heat and add the garlic, cook for a couple of minutes then add the chilli flakes. Stir in the chopped and cherry tomatoes and the bay leaf. Season well. Bring to a simmer and cook for 25-30 minutes then remove the bay leaf.

  3. 3

    Spread a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of a medium baking dish and top with half the cauliflower. Sprinkle with half the panko and half the cheeses. Pour over half the sauce. Add the remaining cauliflower, the rest of the sauce and top everything with the rest of the cheese and panko. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Cauliflower Bake with Tomato & Mozzarella

Cauliflower Bake with Tomato & Mozzarella

55 min4 servings595 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply satisfying, cheesy main course that warms you from the inside out? This delightful Cauliflower Bake with Tomato & Mozzarella delivers on all fronts, perfect for chilly evenings.

The genius of this recipe lies in its simple yet powerful combination of flavors and textures. Tender cauliflower florets are bathed in a rich, savory tomato sauce, then layered with gooey mozzarella and a golden, crispy panko breadcrumb topping. It's a truly hearty vegetarian dish that feels indulgent without being overly complicated.

What you can expect is a truly comforting and filling meal. Imagine sinking your fork into a bubbling dish, pulling away strands of melted mozzarella, revealing perfectly cooked cauliflower nestled in a vibrant tomato base. The panko breadcrumbs, mixed with parmesan, provide a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft vegetables and creamy cheese. A hint of chili flakes adds a gentle warmth that makes each bite even more inviting, while bay leaf infuses the sauce with aromatic depth. This bake is designed to be a standout main course, easily serving four.

Feel free to adjust the amount of chilli flakes to suit your spice preference; a little goes a long way to add warmth. For a different texture, you could experiment with different types of breadcrumbs, though panko offers the crispiest result. If you're looking for an extra punch of flavor, a sprinkle of fresh basil alongside the thyme sprigs would be wonderful. Remember to choose a vegetarian parmesan alternative if you wish to keep the dish fully vegetarian.

This robust Cauliflower Bake is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal shared with friends. Serve it straight from the oven, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs, perhaps alongside a simple green salad to cut through the richness.

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