Most Tulane students have heard of Domenica’s happy hour, mainly for its half-priced pizzas and drinks, but few are cult followers of Chef John Besh. Besh, a Louisiana native, cooks up some seriously good eats at his restaurant collectives down here in New Orleans.
The star of Domenica’s mouthwatering menu is the roasted cauliflower appetizer, a dish that attracts foodies from far and wide, and with good reason. All hail the powers that be, because I have unearthed this godly recipe.
Roasted Cauliflower with Whipped Goat Feta Cheese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
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Servings:2-3
Ingredients:
6 ½ cups cold water
2 ¹⁄ ³ cups white wine
4 tablespoons kosher salt
1 whole bay leaf
1 lemon juice
4 teaspoons crushed red chili flakes
2 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 whole large head cauliflower
Directions:
1. Pre-heat the oven to 550°F, or its highest setting.
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2. In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients along with the cauliflower.
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3. Place the saucepan on the stove at medium heat, bringing the contents to a simmer.
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4. Let cook for about 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
5. Carefully remove the cauliflower from the saucepan and place it on a baking sheet.
6. Place the baking sheet into the oven and cook until the cauliflower is golden on top.
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7. Remove from the oven and drizzle with coarse sea salt and extra virgin olive oil.
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Now for the whipped goat feta:
Ingredients:
1 cup heavy cream
1½ cups goat feta
1 cup goat cheese
¹⁄ ³ cup mascarpone cheese
¹⁄ ³ cup cream cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. (It helps to place the cream in first so all ingredients are evenly mixed).
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2. Remove from the blender and chill before serving.
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Now enjoy the blissful moment that is the first bite of your homemade, restaurant-quality grilled cauliflower.
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