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Cauliflower is typically served raw with dip or as a soggy side dish. Here’s a different way to prepare this vegetable that’s not only delicious but even more nutritious.

Makes 6 Servings

Ingredi
ents:
1 tablespoon extra virgin
olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice
(about 1½ cups)
8 ounces mushro
oms, roughly chopped
1 pound lean gr
ound beef (90% or...