Cauliflower with Buttered Crumbs

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Oct. 14, 2022
Our home economists offer this home-style way to add flavor and interest to steamed cauliflower. Serve this simple side dish with a variety of entrees.

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
  • 1/3 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; stir in 3 tablespoons browned butter.
  3. Drain cauliflower and place in a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining browned butter; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 158 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.