Core out the stem. Then cut the cauliflower in florets, much like broccoli, though the stem is less usable than the broccoli stem. The florets can be steamed, which takes between 12 and 15 minutes, or microwaved, which takes 8 to 10 minutes. Remember, shorter cooking is better for nutrients and the smell of your kitchen. For stir-frys and in salads, cook the cauliflower about halfway, then refresh in cold water.
Cauliflower tends to get mucked up in cheese sauces and the like.
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