Cauliflower-Potato Bake


1 medium yellow or white potato, peeled
and cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium red pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. garlic granules or powder
1/4 tsp. onion granules or powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp. skim or reduced-fat (2%) milk
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp. minced fresh Italian parsley for garnish


Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9-inch baking dish with canola or olive oil cooking spray and set aside. In medium bowl, toss potato, red pepper and cauliflower with oil and garlic and onion granules. Add salt and pepper to taste. Transfer vegetables to prepared baking dish. Drizzle milk evenly over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

If desired, brown cheese by placing dish under broiler for 30 seconds, watching carefully. Garnish with parsley and serve hot as side dish.

Makes 6 Servings. Per serving: 66 calories, 3 g total fat (<1 g saturated fat), 8 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 64 mg sodium.