Baked Cauliflower "Tots" by Ashley Kinard

Source: brunchtimebaker.com

Ingredients

2 cups cauliflower florets 1 large egg 1/2 cup onion, minced 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup breadcrumbs salt and pepper to taste cooking spray or oil 1/4 cup bell pepper, minced (optional) 1/4 minced cilantro or parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a nonstick cookie sheet with cooking spray or lightly grease with oil. Set aside.

2. Steam cauliflower in hot water for 3-5 minutes or until nice and soft, drain and chopped with a knife or blend in the food processor (just a few seconds.)

3. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of mixture in your hands and roll into small oval shaped tots.

5. Place on the cookie sheet 1/2 inch apart and bake for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking until golden.

Servings: 30