Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks

8/30/2023

Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 40 - 45 Min
Yields: 2 Steaks

WHAT YOU NEED

Preheat oven to 400 F
Trim the leaves and some of the stem off of your cauliflower. Standing it on its core, slice the ends off of the cauliflower, leaving you with one large middle piece. Next, slice the large piece of cauliflower in to two large "steaks". Place the steaks on a parchment lined baking sheet and use a sharp knife to poke all over the core / stem portion of the cauli steaks. This will help them cook as quickly as the steaks themselves, much like you would a potato you were baking.
Whisk together the EVOO, pepperoncini in oil, onion & garlic powders, and roasted garlic seasoning, in a small bowl. Using a basting brush, brush the first side of each cauli steak followed by a good sprinkling of both salt & pepper. Carefully flip the steaks, brush them with the oil mix, and season with salt and pepper. Reserve remaining oil.

Bake the cauliflower steaks for 20 minutes and remove on to a cooling rack. Carefully flip the steaks and brush them with the remaining oil. Return to the oven for another 20 ish, or until the steaks are fork tender. Test them by sliding a knife in to part of the stem / core of the steaks as that is the toughest part of the steak. If needed, return to the oven in 5 minute increments until tender.
Remove and set on to a wire cooling rack. Mix the shredded cheeses together and split the mix between both steaks, piling it on top of each one. Return to the oven until melty with a little blistering action. Remove once again and cool slightly before serving.
Serve the steaks with a sprinkle of pepper flakes and some sliced green onions. Serve them with a dip if you'd like. I'd recommend a nice chipotle mayo but you could use whatever your heart desires. ENJOY!