One of the unsung heroes of the vegetable world, this crucifer is often overlooked and under-appreciated.  We here at Central Market want to show you how nutritious and delicious cauliflower can be, and this week only you can save $1.50 on Organic Cauliflower – now that's exciting! (Check out our Weekly Specials for more great deals.)

The milky sweet taste of cauliflower is adaptable to many varieties of cuisine and is a great companion to sauces, curries and hearty meat dishes. Ever heard of Cauli-rice? All you need is a ricer. How about mashed cauliflower?  If you want a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes, think cauliflower. I've even sautéed cauliflower with fresh minced garlic and then topped with Alfredo sauce – incredible! Visit our Recipes page for some of our favorite cauliflower pairings, and check back often for updates.

Cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables contain compounds that may help prevent cancer – glucosinolates and thiocyanates (including sulforaphane and isothiocyanate). These compounds appear to stop enzymes from activating cancer-causing agents in the body, and they increase the activity of enzymes that disable and eliminate carcinogens. increasing the liver's ability to neutralize potentially toxic substances. If potentially toxic molecules are not properly and rapidly detoxified in the liver, they can damage cell membranes and molecules such as DNA within the cell nucleus, which can start a chain reaction that may eventually lead to carcinogenesis – cell deregulation and uncontrolled growth. Both animal and human studies show increased detoxification enzyme levels from high-glucosinolate diets. Researchers suggest that this helps explain the epidemiological association between a high intake of cruciferous vegetables and a decreased risk of certain cancers. Visit World's Healthiest Foods for more information on cauliflower, including its numerous health benefits and excellent nutritional content.