Ok, so cauliflower really isn't that weird. Chances are, you grew up eating it steamed or lightly boiled and doused in salt and butter/margarine.Or perhaps it was just served raw with a bowl of creamy salad dressing.

I have a secret. I don't like cauliflower enough to eat it like that. I have found, however, that there are plenty of ways for me to enjoy cauliflower - particularly when it's not the bright shining star of the dish. Here are some of my favorite ways to sneak cauliflower into my meals.

- Sounds like gibberish, but it's a staple in practically every Indian restaurant in the world. This curry stars cauliflower, potatoes and tomatoes in a beautiful dish that is healthy and delicious. It's easy to make, although it does call for a number of spices that might not be in your everyday pantry. (They should be, though, so making this dish on a regular basis is a good excuse to expand your spice collection.)

Caulipots - Isa's brilliant method of turning cauliflower into a carb-free, creamy, fluffy side dish.

Roast it, Roast it - Just 30 minutes at 350°F (turning once about halfway through the cook time) dramatically changes the flavor, bringing out deep, nutty notes you never expected. Toss with whole wheat or brown rice pasta and your favorite herbs for an easy, unique dinner.


Cauliflower Soup - The Pioneer Woman has a classic recipe but substitute vegan versions of her ingredients. Try using plain soy or coconut yogurt in place of her sour cream.

Keep thinking out of the box (and the ranch dressing bottle) when it comes to cauliflower, and you're sure to find new ways to enjoy this boring old classic.

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