Name: Whole Roasted Cauliflower With Whipped Goat Cheese
Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups dry white wine; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 bay leaf; 1 head of cauliflower, leaves removed; 4 ounces fresh goat cheese; 3 ounces cream cheese; 3 ounces feta; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for serving; Coarse sea salt (for serving)

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Cedric Angeles

This dish has become a signature of chef Alon Shaya, who helms restaurants Saba in New Orleans and Safta in Denver. Precooking the cauliflower in seasoned poaching liquid infuses it with flavor; roasting makes it crisp.

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