Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Remove as many of the outer leaves from the cauliflower as you want - the leaves can be eaten so they don't have to be removed.
To ensure the cauliflower isn't too crunchy after it has been baked, it's best to steam it for 10-15 minutes first, or place in a large microwaveable bowl with a good fitting lid and add 50ml water to the bowl. Microwave on 70-80% power for 5 minutes. You want the cauliflower to be hot but not cooked.
Whilst the cauliflower is steaming, mix the meat, shallots, tomato puree and spices in a large bowl to fully combine. This can also be pulsed in a food processor.
If making the sauce, add the tin of tomatoes, seasonings, and cauliflower to a deep casserole dish. Take the meat mix and cover the cauliflower. Press firmly all around and either cover with a lid or foil to create a seal.
Bake for 25-30 minutes.
Remove the lid/foil and sprinkle the cheese over the top. Bake for a further 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Lift the cauliflower and put it on a serving plate. Stir the sauce to combine all the flavours from the meat (at this stage you could use a hand blender to create a smooth sauce and even add the mascarpone to make it creamy). Enjoy!
