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Pasta with Cauliflower

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 2744 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Spaghetti (Ronzoni Smart Taste or whole wheat)
  • 1 large head cauliflower (roughly chopped (about 3 cups))
  • 3 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs (I used whole wheat)
  • 5 anchovies
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 6 tbsp Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Boil pasta in salted water according to directions for al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup water.
  2. Meanwhile, steam cauliflower (or boil) until tender. Set aside.
  3. Add 1/2 teaspoon of oil to a small frying pan and toast breadcrumbs, careful not to burn. Set aside.
  4. In a large frying pan sauté anchovies in remaining tablespoon of olive oil until they begin to dissolve.
  5. Add onions and cook on medium heat until golden.
  6. Add steamed cauliflower and mix well.
  7. Toss pasta with parsley, cheese, cauliflower, 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water, (more if needed) and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Divide evenly between 6 plates.
  9. Top with toasted bread crumbs and serve.
  10. Enjoy!!

Nutrition Information

Serving 11/2 cups Calories 274.4kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 11.2g (22%) Fat 6.1g (9%) Fiber 8.7g (35%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2744

% Daily Value*

Serving 11/2 cups
Calories 274.4kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 11.2g 22%
Fat 6.1g 9%
Fiber 8.7g 35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.