Romanesco with Crispy Panko

This recipe is based off a favorite recipe from Michael Chiarello, substituting different seasonings and vegetables for a slightly new recipe

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 166 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup panko bread crumbs
• ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• butter for baking dish
• 1 head Romanesco, leaves and stems removed
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, thinly sliced and chilled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Butter a 10-inch oval au-gratin baking dish.

Step 2

Separate romanesco into large florets.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add romanesco florets and boil until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well.

Step 4

Arrange florets in the prepared baking dish. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning; dot with thin slices of butter. Sprinkle with panko and Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, about 30 minutes. Serve hot.