2003 Cauliflower Hors D'oeuvres

By boandozzy

One serving (1/2 cup cauliflower) equals 76 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 6 mg cholesterol, 319 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Cauliflower Hors D'oeuvres in Light & Tasty February/March 2002, p6

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh cauliflowerets (3 pounds each)
• 1/2 cup egg substitute
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• Meatless spaghetti sauce, warmed, optional

Details

Servings 14
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 50mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place cauliflower in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

In a shallow bowl, combine the egg substitute, butter, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. In another bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, pepper and paprika. Dip cauliflower into the egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture.

Place in two ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden. Serve with spaghetti sauce for dipping if desired. Yield: 14 servings.