3 cauliflower rye croutons Recipes

chives, kosher salt, olive oil, cut from finnish rye bread (for crostini) or 4 slices pumpernickel bread, cut into 1/3 cubes (for croutons), rosemary, head of cauliflower (about 2 lb), leaves discarded, unsalted butter, softened, divided, kosher salt, onion, minced, heavy cream

light olive oil, divided, leeks, white and pale green parts only, cut into 2-inch pieces, garlic cloves, smashed, cauliflower, cored and cut into 2-inch florets (about 2 heads ), granny smith apple, peeled cored and cut into 2-inch pieces, low sodium chicken broth, fresh thyme sprigs, rye bread, crust removed and cut into 1/2-inch dice (1 cup), pecan pieces, salt & freshly ground black pepper