A bold twist featuring roasted spicy cauliflower, creamy ranch, melted cheeses, and crispy golden bread slices.
# What You Need:
→ Buffalo Cauliflower
01 - 3 cups small cauliflower florets
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce
→ Ranch Spread
08 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
09 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
→ Sandwiches
11 - 8 slices sourdough or country-style bread
12 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; spread evenly on baking sheet.
03 - Roast cauliflower for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
04 - Remove cauliflower from oven, toss with buffalo wing sauce, then roast an additional 5 minutes; set aside.
05 - Combine ranch dressing with chives and dill if using.
06 - Spread ranch mixture on one side of each bread slice; layer half the cheddar and mozzarella on four slices, top with buffalo cauliflower, then remaining cheese and bread slices, ranch side down.
07 - Spread softened butter on the outsides of each assembled sandwich.
08 - Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat and grill sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
09 - Allow sandwiches to cool for 1 minute before slicing and serving warm.
