Roasted Califlower Spiced with Homemade Curry Powder

2 T. unsalted butter
2 T. olive oil
1 T. Homemade Curry Powder (recipe follows)
4 pounds (about 2 heads) cauliflower cut into florets
salt to taste
2 T. minced fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Preheat oven to 375 degree F.  In a small saucepan heat butter, oil and curry powder over low heat, stirring, until the butter is melted.  In a roasting pan just large enough to hold vegetables in one layer, toss cauliflower with the curry mixture until well-coated.

Roast cauliflower in the oven, shaking pan occasionally, for 25 minutes or until tender.  Season with salt, add cilantro or parsley and toss gently.

Homemade Curry Powder
1 t. ground cumin
1 t. ground coriander
1/2 t. ground cinnamon
1/4 t. ground cloves
1/4 t. cayenne powder

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.  For larger amounts, the recipe can be scaled up using the same ratios.  by Jayesh RAO, PCC COOKS INSTRUCTOR