Roasted Cauliflower

Another healthy, yummy vegetable:) Oh, and EASY!!

• 5 to 6 cups cauliflower florets, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter (from 1 medium cauliflower)
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sliced garlic
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

optional:

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
• Chopped chives, for garnish

Preheat the oven to 500°F.

Place the cauliflower florets in a large saute pan or a roasting pan. Drizzle the olive oil over the cauliflower, and season with the garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Place the saute/roasting pan in the oven and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even roasting.

optional:

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the Parmesan. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately while still warm.