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A filling meal that matches the tastes of meat, this casserole of cauliflower and minced pork is a great way to enjoy cauliflower. It's ideal for a hearty supper and will delight both meat eaters and vegans at your table. Savor your scrumptious dinner!
Ingredients: 1 medium cauliflower, chopped into florets (about 700g).
two minced garlic cloves
One tablespoon of salt
Three tablespoons of olive oil
One teaspoon of vegetable oil
One sliced onion
One sliced red bell pepper
One chopped green pepper
One big carrot, chopped
300 g of minced meat (mixture, beef, or pork)
Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
One teaspoon of paprika
Two tablespoons of tomato sauce
100 grams of grated cheddar cheese and 100 grams of grated mozzarella cheese
Guidelines:
Warm up the oven and get the cauliflower ready.
Oven Prep: Set the oven's temperature to 200°C (390°F).
Blanch the cauliflower by heating up a big pot of water and adding a tablespoon of salt. After blanching for around five minutes, the cauliflower florets should be somewhat soft but still crisp. After draining, put away.
Cook the meat and vegetables:
Heat Oil: Place the vegetable and olive oils in a big pan and heat them over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until the onions are transparent.
Prepare the Vegetables: To the skillet, add the chopped carrot, green pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook until the veggies begin to soften, another five to seven minutes.
Add Minced Meat: Transfer the minced meat to the skillet and turn the heat up to medium-high. Using a spoon, break up the meat and heat it until it's browned and well cooked.
Season: Add the tomato sauce to the beef mixture after seasoning it with paprika and black pepper. Simmer for a further two minutes to blend the flavors. Take off the heat.
Put the Casserole Together:
Layer Cauliflower: Arrange the blanched cauliflower as the bottom layer in a baking dish. Next, cover the cauliflower with a uniform layer of the meat and vegetable combination.
Add Cheddar: Over the layer of meat, scatter the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
Cook:
Bake Casserole: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and browned, in the preheated oven.
Serve:
Cool and Serve:
Before serving, take the casserole out of the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
Serving Ideas:
With Salad: For a well-balanced dinner, serve with a crisp, green salad.
Accompany the dish with a slice of crusty bread so that guests may mop up the flavorful liquids.
With Rice: For extra heartiness, pair with a portion of rice.
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