Pasta With Cauliflower and Chilli Recipe

Name: Pasta With Cauliflower and Chilli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g pasta or 250 g linguine or 250 g spaghetti; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small cauliflower, cut into small florets; ½ teaspoon chili powder; 1 onion, sliced; 6 -8 slices streaky bacon or 6 -8 slices parma ham; 250 g cherry tomatoes, washed; ½ cup parmesan cheese; ¼ cup fresh basil, roughly torn; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Start by pre-heating the oven to 200 C or about 400F.
2
Meanwhile, steam the cauliflower for 4 minutes.
3
In an oven-proof frying pan, heat up 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and add the chilli powder.
4
Saute for 30 seconds and then add the onion.
5
Saute for a further 2 minutes.
6
Add the bacon and cauliflower.
7
Stir to mix well and coat everything in oil, then put the pan in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cauliflower starts to brown.
8
In the meantime, cook the pasta according to the package directions.
9
Once the cauliflower starts to brown, add in the cherry tomatoes and return to the oven for a further 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes have softened.
10
Drain the pasta and mix with the remaining olive oil and most of the parmesan cheese.
11
Portion out the pasta and put the cauliflower mixture on top.
12
Sprinkle with the basil and remaining cheese.
13
Season to taste and serve immediately.

1225

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 g pasta or 250 g linguine or 250 g spaghetti, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small cauliflower, cut into small florets, ½ teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Cauliflower and Chilli falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Pasta With Cauliflower and Chilli

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Variations & substitutions

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