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Spicy Pimento Cauliflower Bites + Pimento Cheese Dip

Blended pimento cheese dip with baked cauliflower bites
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword cauliflower, pimento, spicy
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 people
Cost $10

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • cookie sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cauliflower
  • cup flour
  • cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon diced pimento from a 4 oz. jar
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce divided
  • cup bread crumbs

For the Dip:

  • 4 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 oz. sharp cheddar
  • 2 tablespoons mayo
  • remaining pimentos from 4 oz. jar
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons honey for the tops
  • celery sticks to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Remove the bottom leaves and stem from the cauliflower head and cut into small florets. In a food processor blend together the flour, milk, pimento, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. In another bowl, place the bread crumbs.
    Dip the cauliflower pieces in the flour mix, then in the bread crumbs. Then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and coated in the olive oil. Once you’ve dipped all the cauliflower pieces, bake for 20 minutes.
  • While those bake, prepare the pimento cheese dip. In a food processor combine the cream cheese, cheddar, mayo, pimentos, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Blend to combine well, then remove to a small bowl.
  • Once the cauliflower bites are done, remove from the oven. In a small bowl or cup, stir together the remaining 1 tablespoon hot sauce and the honey. Brush or drizzle over the baked cauliflower bites. Serve alongside the dip with some celery sticks.