Epimeles — Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• One large (2 1/2- to 3-pound) head cauliflower
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds