CAULIFLOWER PASTA WITH RICOTTA CHEESE

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Got this from the Rachael Ray Show. I made it for dinner right away and it was amazing! She made it with Romanesco Broccoli, but I couldn't find that, so I used Cauliflower. She also said you could use regular broccoli, but I haven't tried that yet. Rachael says this serves 4, but in our house a full pound of pasta easily serves 6-8.

Provided by LizP5885

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt and pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 head cauliflower
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 cup romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil for pasta.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add butter and melt. Add onions and garlic to pan, and season with salt, pepper and bay. Stir and cook 8-10 minutes to soften.
  • Add wine to the pan, stir 1 minute then add stock.
  • Arrange cauliflower over onions and add crushed red pepper, lemon zest and rosemary to the pan.
  • Cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. You don't want the cauliflower too mushy.
  • Drop pasta in boiling water after vegetables have been cooking 3-4 minutes. Cook pasta to al dente.
  • Add ladleful of starchy pasta cooking water to the vegetables.
  • Drain pasta and toss it into the pot with sauce. Stir in ricotta cheese, thyme and grated Pecorino. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve pasta in shallow bowls.

Roger Warner
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The cauliflower pasta is a great source of fiber and vitamins, and the ricotta cheese is a good source of calcium.


Daniel Hilton
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover ricotta cheese. I often have some leftover ricotta cheese after making lasagna or ravioli, and this is a great way to use it up.


Bilal Sarayra
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I love the creamy texture of the ricotta cheese sauce. It's the perfect complement to the cauliflower pasta.


victor zepeda
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.


Tyodio Aondowase
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cauliflower. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Umojamedia Africa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I often make a big batch of cauliflower rice on the weekend and then use it to make this dish during the week.


Usama Raja
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like. I often add some sautéed chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal.


Suriya Islam
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This dish is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. The cauliflower pasta is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables and the ricotta cheese sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor.


Deep Stha
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy pasta. I'll definitely be making it again.


Arjun Khatri
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This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves pasta. The cauliflower pasta is a great substitute for regular pasta and the ricotta cheese sauce is to die for.


KK KK
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Two thumbs up for this cauliflower pasta! It's a great low-carb alternative to regular pasta and the ricotta cheese sauce is amazing.


Shakuunda Hhhh
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This recipe is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious. I'll be making it again and again.


Maggie Phillips
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but this dish was actually really good. The cauliflower pasta was cooked perfectly and the ricotta cheese sauce was very flavorful.


JamesXSophie Jfhshshdjrj
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cauliflower pasta and didn't even realize they were eating cauliflower.


damaris kendi
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This recipe is a winner! The cauliflower pasta is cooked perfectly and the ricotta cheese sauce is so flavorful. I added some sautéed mushrooms and spinach to make it even more hearty.


Leonard Njoroge
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I was skeptical at first, but this dish really surprised me. The cauliflower pasta is a great substitute for regular pasta, and the ricotta cheese adds a creamy, delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gina Spivey
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This cauliflower pasta with ricotta cheese is a lifesaver for those nights when you're craving pasta but don't want the carbs. It's so easy to make and tastes just as good as the real thing.