Baked Shells And Broccoli With Ham And Cheesy-Creamy Cauliflower Recipe

Name: Baked Shells And Broccoli With Ham And Cheesy-Creamy Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small head cauliflower, cored and chopped (3 cups); 6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 4 medium shallots, roughly chopped; coarse salt; ground black pepper; 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 4 cups skim milk; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 6 ounces pecorino cheese, grated (2 cups); 1/2 lb medium multigrain pasta shells; 1/4 lb sliced smoked ham, chopped; 1 medium bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets (5 cups); 1/2 cup toasted whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, for serving (Japanese breadcrumbs) (optional)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 small head cauliflower, cored and chopped (3 cups)
6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
4 medium shallots, roughly chopped
coarse salt
ground black pepper
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
4 cups skim milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
6 ounces pecorino cheese, grated (2 cups)
1/2 lb medium multigrain pasta shells
1/4 lb sliced smoked ham, chopped
1 medium bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets (5 cups)
1/2 cup toasted whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, for serving (Japanese breadcrumbs) (optional)

1
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cauliflower, garlic, shallots, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook until softened but not brown, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with flour; stir to coat well.
2
Gradually stir in milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; gently simmer until cauliflower is very soft, about 15 minutes.
3
Let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer all to a blender, and puree with nutmeg and half the pecorino until smooth, about 2 minutes.
4
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
5
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta until slightly tender but not fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Drain well; return to pot.
6
Add ham, broccoli, and cauliflower sauce; toss to combine.
7
Transfer to a ovenproof 3 1/2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining pecorino, and bake until bubbling in center, about 30 minutes.
8
Heat broiler, and broil until golden brown on top, 1 to 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
9
Divide among dishes, top with breadcrumbs, and serve immediately.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small head cauliflower, cored and chopped (3 cups), 6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped, 4 medium shallots, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Shells And Broccoli With Ham And Cheesy-Creamy Cauliflower falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Shells And Broccoli With Ham And Cheesy-Creamy Cauliflower

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