Pinterest just released its Fall trends report [1], and among them is that cauliflower is the new kale [2]. We've definitely seen this white cruciferous veggie flood restaurant menus, food blogs, and glossy magazines, and we expect the world to join in on the white-broccoli fanaticism throughout 2015. Since cauliflower is a blank canvas, capable of transforming into rice, pizza crust, mac and cheese, and even steak, we're obsessing over it, particularly these 20-plus ways to prepare it.
Cauliflower Snowflakes
Doesn't the recipe title alone — cauliflower snowflakes [3] — inspire you to want to roast this white veggie?
Loaded Baked Cauliflower Soup
Instead of potatoes, sub cauliflower for this loaded baked cauliflower soup [4].
Fettuccine Alfredo
Nope, there's no cream in this cauliflower-based fettuccine alfredo [5].
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
With cauliflower crust pizza [6], you won't even miss the bread!
Quick Cauliflower "Risotto"
Quick cauliflower "risotto" [7] takes the time and carbs out of standard rice risotto.
Whole-Roasted Cauliflower
Want a showstopping side dish? Turn to this whole-roasted cauliflower [8].
Chicken Enchilada Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Part casserole, part pizza, this chicken enchilada cauliflower crust pizza [9] is a hybrid you'll want to try ASAP.
Vegan Cauliflower Tacos
Cauliflower absorbs flavor like no other, making it the perfect meat substitute in these vegan tacos [10].
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Bake thin-crust cauliflower crust pizza [11] in a half sheet pan. No special equipment needed!
Smoky Roasted Cauliflower
The most effortless and flavorful way to cook the cruciferous veg: this smoky roasted cauliflower [12] recipe.
Paleo-Perfect Cauliflower "Rice"
It all begins with a basic: steamed cauliflower "rice." [13]
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Though that looks like a thin-crust pizza, it's actually a cauliflower crust pizza [14], garnished with all the classic Margherita pizza fixings.
Cauliflower Couscous
No cooking is required for this Middle Eastern-flavored cauliflower couscous [15]. The tiny cauliflower pieces really do have a similar texture and mouthfeel as wheat couscous.
Vegan Cauliflower Soup
Vegan cauliflower soup [16] has a Thai twist with curry paste and coconut milk.
Cauliflower Steak With Pancetta
For nights where you're inspired to tackle something restaurant-grade, try cauliflower steak [17] with pancetta, capers, and butter . . . lots and lots of it.
Cauliflower "Rice" Stir-Fry
Paleo dieters and those looking to detox will appreciate whipping up a bowl of cauliflower "rice" stir-fry [18] on a weeknight.
Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower
Roasted, battered, fried, and coated in a spicy butter sauce, vegetarian buffalo cauliflower bites [19] are anything but mere vegetables.
Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Cauliflower takes a Southern twist with shrimp and cauliflower "grits." [20]
Asian Cauliflower Fried Rice
Bacon-lovers: prepare to meet the fried rice [21] of your dreams, loaded with cremini mushrooms, egg, and more.
Curry Cauliflower
Spice up your veggies by adding curry powder to roasted cauliflower [22].
Gluten-Free No-Mac and Cheese
Cauli takes the place of noodles in this no-mac and cheese [23].
Cauliflower Dirty Rice With Andouille Sausage
Cauli rice goes Cajun with this Paleo cauliflower dirty rice with andouille sausage [24].
Roasted Cauliflower With Salsa Verde
Cauliflower will never be boring again thanks to roasting it and coating it with salsa verde [25].
Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese
Sneak some veggies into this cauliflower-filled macaroni and cheese [26] recipe.
Cauliflower Mash
Who needs potatoes when you can whip up cauliflower mash [27] topped with bacon and scallions?