How to Make Creamy Pasta with Cauliflower - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, creamy pasta dishes are a go-to for many people. From rich alfredo to velvety carbonara, there's something about a creamy pasta that just hits the spot. And if you're looking to add some vegetables into the mix, creamy pasta with cauliflower is the perfect option.

This recipe is a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients while still enjoying a comforting and satisfying meal. Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that pairs well with creamy sauces, and w...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets
  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 2 pints heavy cream
  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place cauliflower into a large pot of salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove cauliflower with a strainer, reserving the cooking water in the pot.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Add cauliflower florets and red pepper flakes; sauté until browned, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Add heavy cream; cook until reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring cauliflower cooking water back to a boil. Add farfalle and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Add tomatoes to the cauliflower sauce; cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup Parmesan cheese to the cauliflower sauce; cook and stir until melted, about 1 minute more.
  • Combine pasta and sauce; toss until well coated. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese to serve.
  • Nutrition

    790 cal.

    • Total Fat: 60g
    • Saturated Fat: 37g
    • Cholesterol: 202mg
    • Sodium: 380mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 237mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 488mg