Best 9 Penne With Roasted Cauliflower And Garlic Bacon Crumbs Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a delectable pasta dish that combines the goodness of penne with roasted cauliflower and the savory crunch of garlic bacon crumbs. Embark on a culinary journey where tender penne pasta embraces the rustic charm of roasted cauliflower florets, caramelized to perfection. Crispy bacon crumbles, infused with the aromatic essence of garlic, add a tantalizing textural element to this delectable creation. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors and textures in this exquisite recipe.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED PENNE WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 red peppers, cored and cut into 1-inch wide strips
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 summer squash, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cremini mushrooms, halved
1 yellow onion, peeled and sliced into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon dried Italian herb mix or herbs de Provence
1 pound penne pasta
3 cups marinara sauce (store bought or homemade)
1 cup grated fontina cheese
1/2 cup grated smoked mozzarella
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/3 cup for topping
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • On a baking sheet, toss the peppers, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and onions with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and dried herbs. Roast until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook for about 6 minutes. Since you will be cooking the pasta a second time in the oven, you want to make sure the inside is still hard. Drain in a colander.
  • In a large bowl, toss the drained pasta with the roasted vegetables, marinara sauce, cheeses, peas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Using a wooden spoon, gently mix, until all the pasta is coated with the sauce and the ingredients are combined.
  • Pour the pasta into a greased 9 by 13-inch pan. Top with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan and butter pieces. Bake until top is golden and cheese melts, about 25 minutes.

PASTA WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND PARMESAN



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Cauliflower and whole garlic cloves roasted with Parmesan and bread crumbs make this a healthier than most comfort food.

Provided by Rosemary Felle

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Vegetarian     Main Dishes     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons salted butter
¼ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss cauliflower with garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread out in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, tossing at least twice, until cauliflower is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl and add cauliflower and butter. Stir in cooking water, a little at a time, until desired creaminess is reached. Add lemon juice and bread crumb mixture, toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 332.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CREAMY ROASTED GARLIC PENNE



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Roasted garlic and Pecorino Romano add flavor to this rich, creamy sauce that will satisfy just about anyone at your dinner table.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 heads garlic
Parchment-lined foil
Olive oil
A few sprigs thyme
3/4 pound penne
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano
2 tablespoons cream
Greens such as watercress

Steps:

  • Trim the top thirds of garlic heads. Set on parchment-lined foil, drizzle with olive oil, top with thyme, and wrap. Roast at 400 degrees for 1 hour. Cook penne, reserving 3/4 cup pasta water. Squeeze garlic out of skins and heat in a skillet with pasta water and cheese, whisking until thick and creamy. Stir in cream, and penne. Season, and top with greens.

PASTA WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER, PARSLEY, AND BREADCRUMBS



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Easy prep cuts stress in the kitchen. Here, corkscrew pasta is tossed with oven-roasted vegetables and topped with toasted breadcrumbs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 pounds), cored and broken into small florets
1 medium red onion, halved and cut into thin wedges
5 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/4 cup olive oil
4 slices white sandwich bread
12 ounces cavatappi or other short pasta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving (optional)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Set a large pot of salted water to boil. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss cauliflower, onion, and garlic with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast on lower rack until lightly browned and tender, 20 minutes, tossing once.
  • Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine bread and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; pulse until coarse crumbs form. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake on upper rack until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes, tossing once.
  • Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot. Add cauliflower mixture, Parmesan, and parsley; toss to combine. Tossing pasta, gradually add enough pasta water to form a thin sauce that coats pasta. Serve topped with breadcrumbs and, if desired, more Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18 g

PENNE WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER



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We had this the other night as our main course and it was absolutely yummy, but it would be great also as a side dish with a beef or pork-based entree.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large head cauliflower
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb penne
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
salt and pepper
2 sweet red peppers, roasted, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons black olives, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, shredded

Steps:

  • Trim the cauliflower and break into florets.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with 1 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoons salt.
  • Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast the cauliflower in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to boil.
  • Add the pasta and cook until tender but firm.
  • Drain well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Whisk in the remaining 1 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Toss the dressing with the cauliflower, peppers, olives, basil and pasta.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.2, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 389.6, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9

PENNE WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND GARLIC-BACON CRUMBS



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Categories     Pasta

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 ounces penne pasta
1 medium head cauliflower, separated and cut into bite-sized pieces
6 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 large plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces
Extra virgin olive oil
3 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
4 to 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped (2 to 3 teaspoons)
2/3 cup panko crumbs or fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Romano or Parmesan cheese for grating

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and put a pot of salted water on to boil for the penne. Spray 2 baking sheets with nonstick spray and arrange the cauliflower on one and the scallions and tomatoes on the other. Drizzle the veggies with a little bit of olive oil, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Place the cauliflower in the oven first and roast for ten minutes. Remove and turn the pieces for even browning. Return to the oven along with the tomato-scallion tray and roast until the cauliflower is tender when pierced with a knife and the tomatoes and scallions begin to brown, about 8 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside. While the vegetables roast, add the pasta to the boiling water and make the garlic-bacon crumbs. Cook the bacon in a large pan until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain the excess fat from the pan, but don't wipe it out. Add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 1 minute. Add the garlic and continue cooking until soft and fragrant, about 1-1/2 minutes (do not allow it to brown). Add the crumbs and cooked bacon and continue cooking for another minute, until the crumbs are very lightly toasted. Remove from the heat and add the parsley. Drain the pasta and return it to the pan. Add the roasted vegetables, drizzle with a little olive oil and and toss to combine. Add the garlic-bacon crumbs and toss again. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Divide the pasta between 4 plates, grate some cheese on top and serve.

CHEESY BAKED PENNE WITH CAULIFLOWER AND CRèME FRAîCHE



Cheesy Baked Penne with Cauliflower and Crème Fraîche image

Provided by Bruce Aidells

Categories     Milk/Cream     Cheese     Pasta     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Dinner     Cauliflower     Potluck     Fontina     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Diabetes-Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1 1/2- to 1 3/4-pound head of cauliflower, cored, cut into 1-inch florets
2 large heirloom tomatoes
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
Coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups coarsely grated Comté cheese (or half Gruyère and half Fontina; about 9 ounces), divided
3/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup crème fraîche*
1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
10 ounces penne (3 1/2 cups)
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs (from crustless French bread ground in processor)

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Using large sieve, transfer cauliflower to bowl. Add tomatoes to pot; cook 1 minute. Remove from water; peel and dice tomatoes. Reserve pot of water.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower; sauté until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and green onions. Cook 1 minute to blend flavors. Remove from heat. Season with coarse salt and pepper.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour and stir 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in cream. Cook until sauce thickens, whisking occasionally, about 4 minutes. Add 2 cups Comté cheese; whisk until melted and sauce is smooth. Whisk in 1/2 cup Parmesan, then crème fraîche and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Return reserved pot of water to boil. Add pasta and cook until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; return pasta to same pot. Stir in cauliflower mixture and sauce.
  • Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon in half of pasta mixture; sprinkle with 1/2 cup Comté cheese. Top with remaining pasta mixture and 1/2 cup Comté cheese. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in small skillet. Add breadcrumbs and toss to coat. Remove from heat; mix in 1/4 cup Parmesan. Sprinkle crumbs over pasta. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake pasta uncovered until heated through and bubbling, about 35 minutes.
  • *Sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER PENNE WITH CREAM SAUCE



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Roasted cauliflower in a creamy bechamel. The tomato adds a wonderful color and texture. The sauce, pasta, and cauliflower all cook for about the same amount of time and are tossed together at the end.

Provided by VYAPTI

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
4 cups hot skim milk
1 cup grated Romano cheese
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss cauliflower with olive oil. Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle garlic over cauliflower and toss to combine. Continue to cook until cauliflower is tender and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes longer. Remove from the oven.
  • While the cauliflower is roasting, melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat, and bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add flour to the melted butter and stir until smooth. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until mixture turns a light, golden color, about 5 minutes.
  • At the same time, cook penne in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1/4 cup pasta water.
  • Add hot milk, 1 cup at a time, to the butter mixture, whisking continuously until very smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes. Stir in Romano cheese and remove from the heat. Season with nutmeg and salt and set aside until ready to use.
  • Combine penne, roasted cauliflower, bechamel sauce, and tomatoes in a large bowl. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little of the reserved pasta water. Serve immediately with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 437.9 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

PENNE, CAULIFLOWER, BACON, & CREAMY TOMATO



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This is from an issue of Food & Wine magazine. I always love pasta dishes. It's a *very* large recipe, so if you want, you can halve it or whatever.

Provided by Lady D.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 lbs cauliflower
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb bacon
2 lbs penne
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 teaspoons thyme (chopped)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 1/2 cups Fontina cheese (shredded)
3/4 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
1/4 cup parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450.
  • In a large, rimmed baking sheet, toss cauliflower with EVO and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast for 40 minutes, until tender and browned.
  • Cool.
  • In large skillet, in 2 batches, crisp bacon 4 minutes per side.
  • Drain and coarsely chop.
  • Butter 2 large shallow baking dishes.
  • In large pot of boiling water, cook penne until al dente; drain.
  • Return penne to pot.
  • Stir in cauliflower, tomatoes, cream, garlic, thyme, red pepper, 2 c Fontina, and Parmesan.
  • Season with S&P.
  • Move to baking dishes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining Fontina and 2 T Parmesan.
  • Bake 15 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 790.9, Fat 48.2, SaturatedFat 23.1, Cholesterol 125.3, Sodium 782.9, Carbohydrate 71.7, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 21.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: For the best results, select a head of cauliflower that is firm and has tightly packed florets. Avoid heads that have any signs of bruising or wilting.
  • Roast the cauliflower properly: To ensure that the cauliflower is tender and caramelized, roast it at a high temperature (425°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until the florets are browned and slightly charred.
  • Make sure the bacon is crispy: For the best texture, cook the bacon until it is crispy and golden brown. This will add a nice crunch to the dish.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary, can add a pop of flavor to the dish. Add them at the end of cooking to preserve their delicate flavor.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The cauliflower will start to lose its crispness if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This penne with roasted cauliflower and garlic bacon crumbs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and has a nice balance of textures. The roasted cauliflower is tender and caramelized, the bacon is crispy and salty, and the garlic breadcrumbs add a garlicky flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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