Cauliflower
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The cauliflower originated over 2,000
years ago in the Mediterranean and
Asian Minor region. Almost all
cauliflower grown in the U.S. comes
from California.
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Cauliflower is not always white. Some
are orange or purple.
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Cauliflower is a vegetable that grows as a
flower on plants. In its early stages of
growth it actually looks like broccoli,
which is its closest relative.
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Cauliflower has a lot of folate. Your body
needs folate to help form red blood cells.
Cauliflower also has a lot of vitamin C.
Scurvy is a disease that people get when
they do not eat enough vitamin C.
Cauliflower Popcorn
Ingredients
1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
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What is the most interesting fact you learned
about cauliflower?
Broccoli and cauliflower are similar
vegetables. Which do you like better? Why?
How do you like to eat cauliflower?
2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower, oil and salt
Transfer to a baking sheet and spread in a single layer
3. Roast, stirring once, until golden brown and tender
(about 30 minutes)
Makes 4 servings