Baked Parmesan Cauliflower
1 head cauliflower, separated into large florets
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Butter a 2-quart oval baking dish. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower, and boil until al dente, about 3 minutes. Drain well, and then slice them lengthwise so the stems are about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the slices, overlapping them tightly, in the prepared baking dish. Season with salt and several grinds of black pepper; dot with thin slices of the butter. Sprinkle with the cheese, garlic powder and bread crumbs. Bake uncovered until lightly browned on top, about 30 minutes.
