CAULIFLOWER APPETIZER 
2 lbs. fresh cauliflower
Grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Cook cauliflower in boiling water 5-7 minutes. Separate flowerets and dip in marinara sauce (see recipe below). Place cauliflower on baking sheet and sprinkle with grated Romano or Parmesan cheese. Bake 15 minutes at 375 degrees.

MARINARA SAUCE:

2 lb. fresh tomatoes
1 can tomatoes
1 sm. onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
3 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. oregano
2 tsp. basil, dried
1/2 tsp. sugar
2 tbsp. olive oil

Roast fresh tomatoes in a pan in oven at 400 degrees until soft. Place fresh tomatoes with canned tomatoes in blender and blend. Place tomato mixture in 3-4 quart saucepan. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 1-2 hours.

 

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