====== Roasted Cauliflower ======
  * 1 med cauliflower (about 2 lbs)
  * 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  * Kosher salt
  * ground black pepper
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  - Adjust rack to lowest position and heat oven to 475 deg.
 2. Trim outer leaves of cauliflower and cut stem flush with bottom. Cut head into 8 equal wedges so core and florets remain intact.
  - Place wedges on on foil lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gently rub to distribute oil and seasoning. Gently flip over and drizzle other side with remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil.
  - Cover baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil and cook for 10 min. Remove foil and roast for 8-12 min until bottom is golden. Carefully flip pieces with spatula and cook 8-12 min longer until bottom is golden.
  - Drizzle with olive oil or sauce and serve immediately.

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====== Soy-Ginger Sauce with Scallion ======
  * 2 tsp vegetable oil
  * 2 med garlic cloves - minced (2 tsp)
  * 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
  * 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  * 2 Tbsp mirin
  * 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  * 1/4 cup water
  * 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  * 1 med scallion - white and light green parts sliced thin
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  - Heat oil in small skillet until shimmering. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 min.
  - Reduce heat to med-low and add soy, mirin, vinegar, and water. Simmer until slightly syrupy, 4-6 min.
  - Drizzle sauce over roasted cauliflower and garnish with scallions.

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====== Curry-Yogurt Sauce with Cilantro ======
  * 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  * 1 large shallot - minced (about 4 Tbsp)
  * 2 tsp curry powder
  * 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  * 1/3 cup water
  * 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  * 1 tsp lime juice
  * 2 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro leaves
  * salt and pepper
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  - Heat oil in small skillet until shimmering. Add shallot and cook until softened, about 2 min.
  - Stir in curry powder and pepper flakes; cook until fragrant about 1 min.
  - Remove from heat and whisk in water, yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.
  - Drizzle sauce over roasted cauliflower.
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  Serves: 4-6        Total cook time: 30-35 min.
  Source: Cook's Illustrated Jan/Feb 2007
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