How to Prepare Cauliflower
Cauliflower comes in season in the fall. Raw, it is high in several nutrients, including folate, fiber, potassium and vitamins B6, C and K. Cauliflower can be served raw, roasted, steamed, boiled, baked or pureed. No matter how you plan to use it, this veggie benefits from a proper trim.
Instructions
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Select a cauliflower that is uniformly white and blemish-free with green, nonwilted leaves and no open flowers.
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Rinse the cauliflower under cold water right before you're ready to use it.
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Remove and discard outer leaves.
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Using a sharp knife, cut off stem and discard. Remove the core from the cauliflower and discard.
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Break or cut the cauliflower into large or small florets, depending on how you are using it, and use right away.
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