Orecchiette With Cauliflower

1. 1

   Place the cauliflower in a large bowl of cold water and soak for about 1/2 hour.

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil.

3. 3

   Add salt to taste.

4. 4

   Cut cauliflower into florets, discarding stems.

5. 5

   Place the florets into boiling water with garlic and cook for 3-5 minutes.

6. 6

   Drain cauliflower, reserving cooking water.

7. 7

   Transfer to a bowl until needed.

8. 8

   Discard garlic.

9. 9

   Heat olive oil in a large casserole over medium heat.

10. 10

    Remove from heat, add anchovy filets, and mash with a fork.

11. 11

    Bring cauliflower water back to a boil.

12. 12

    Add pasta to boiling water, cook until 'al dente', about 10-12 minutes), and drain.

13. 13

    Transfer pasta to casserole with anchovies, stir over medium heat.

14. 14

    Add cauliflower, salt, and pepper and cook for 1-2 minutes.

15. 15

    Add red pepper flakes, parsley, and serve. Serves 4.

16. 16

    That's it!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.