Cauliflower is a wonderful first food for babies! Here's how to cook and serve it to your baby along with easy and nutritious recipes for 6 months and up.
herbs/seasonings of choice (optional but highly recommended)
Instructions
Steam
Cut cauliflower into large florets.
Add water to a pot and insert the steamer basket. The surface of the water should be under the basket. Pour some out if need be.
Bring the water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until easily pierce-able with a fork.
Steam roast
Preheat oven to 425° Fahrenheit. Cut cauliflower into large florets and place on a baking pan.
Toss the cauliflower with oil and herbs/seasonings of choice. It's ok if they overlap. It will create more steam, resulting in softer texture.
Cover with foil or silicone baking mat.
Place in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes until soft.
Cauliflower rice
Cut the cauliflower into 1 to 2-inch florets. Add to a food processor/blender. Work in batches if making a lot to avoid over-processing.
Pulse until small pieces, about the size of rice, form. Stop periodically and scrape the sides. Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
Add butter or oil. Saute the rice for about a minute or so, add a splash of water. Cover, and cook for 5-8 minutes, until cauliflower is tender.
Notes
To store:Transfer to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. These won't freeze well. If you have a lot of leftovers and want to invite more variety, add them to the recipes I suggest.Because the florets are so soft, reheating will only make them mushier. Serve straight from the fridge or allow to come to room temperature.