You're probably familiar with steak au poivre — a French bistro staple consisting of beef coated in cracked peppercorns, then seared and smothered in a luxurious pan sauce. Larkin's veggie version adapts this traditional approach to cruciferous vegetables, which need more time to roast to become tender. To make the delectable main, you'll pop the whole cauliflower head in the oven, then prepare a rich, aromatic, peppery butter sauce. When the veg is halfway done, you'll begin periodically pulling the cauliflower from the oven to baste it in sauce. A golden crust will form all over the surface of the cauliflower head — the flesh of which will become soft and succulent. One bite, and you'll see this humble veggie in a whole new light.

Author: Corre Larkin
Prep Time: 13 min
Cook Time: 63 min
Calories: 850 calories per serving
Servings: 4 servings