Cauliflower Mascarpone Prosciutto Toast (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small head cauliflower (approx. 900 g), trimmed and cut into 1.5 cm florets

→ Oils and Seasonings

02 - 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
03 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
04 - Kosher salt, to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
06 - 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - Paprika, for dusting
08 - Flaked sea salt, such as Maldon, to finish

→ Cheese and Dairy

09 - 340 g Italian mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
10 - 170 g Gruyère cheese, grated
11 - Freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese, for finishing

→ Cured Meats

12 - 115 g thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into julienne strips

→ Bread and Garnishes

13 - 6 large slices country-style bread
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C. Position the rack in the center.
02 - Cut most stems off the cauliflower, leaving some for structure. Chop into 1.5 cm florets. Place florets on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and browned. Let cool 10 minutes.
03 - Transfer roasted cauliflower to a mixing bowl. Fold in mascarpone until florets are evenly coated. Mix in Gruyère, prosciutto, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper until fully combined.
04 - Toast country-style bread slices until lightly browned. Arrange in a single layer on a foil-lined baking tray.
05 - Spoon the cauliflower mixture evenly onto each toast. Lightly dust with paprika. Set oven to broil and arrange rack 15 cm below grill element. Broil 2–4 minutes, until topping is browned and bubbling. Watch closely to prevent burning.
06 - Transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan, minced chives, and finish with flaked sea salt. Serve immediately while hot.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, bring mascarpone to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.

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