Regarding your question about the boiling of the cauliflower, yes, it is true that some of the nutrients are lost in the boiling process. One of the best parts about cauliflower, however, is the fiber and the anti-carcinogenic compounds, which are not lost from boiling. Steaming is best, so maybe next time what I should do is boil the cauliflower for 10 minutes, THEN steam it the rest of the way. Or you can use the water for another recipe or something