What's a Good Kid-Friendly Cauliflower Recipe?

It's true that many kids would never think of eating cauliflower. If you're a parent trying to convince your child that it's tasty and good for them, you've likely discovered that's a pretty tough sell. However, the UK Cooperative Extension Office has whipped up a recipe they just may fall for and in love with.

WHAT'S A GOOD KID-FRIENDLY CAULIFLOWER RECIPE?

Here's how to make delicious Cauliflower Bites.

CAULIFLOWER BITES

Nonstick cooking spray

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup water

1 teaspoon garlic powder

3 tablespoons Buffalo sauce

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 tablespoon butter, melted

2 tablespoons olive oil

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DIRECTIONS

1) Preheat oven to 450 degrees F, then prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray.

2) Gently rub cauliflower under cool, running water before preparing.

3) In a large bowl, combine flour, water, garlic powder, and Buffalo sauce. Stir until smooth.

4) Gently fold in cauliflower florets to evenly coat with batter.

5) Arrange florets in a single layer on the baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan (use two pans if you feel you need to). Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden.

6) In a small bowl, combine melted butter and olive oil.

7) Remove pan from oven. Drizzle the melted butter and olive oil mixture over the cauliflower. Gently toss until evenly coated.

8) Return tray to oven and bake for another 20 minutes or until the cauliflower begins to crisp.

9) Serve with your favorite dressing and, if you like additional heat, a few dashes of Buffalo sauce.

UK Cooperative Extension

In addition to being a great way to introduce your family to the tastiness of cauliflower, this recipe is also incredibly cost-effective. That is UK Cooperative Extension's commitment to the families it serves and feeds- to provide recipes that feed lots of people for a relatively inexpensive cost.

The total cost of the Cauliflower Bites recipe is just $3.87. It makes 8 half-cup servings. That makes the price per serving just 48 cents!

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