Farfalle With Cauliflower And Sausage Recipe

This December 2008 Cooking Light-inspired recipe elevates simple farfalle pasta with the irresistible flavors of roasted cauliflower and savory Italian sausage. The cauliflower roasts to perfection, bringing out its natural sweetness, while the sausage adds a delicious savory depth. Feel free to use mild or spicy Italian sausage – your choice! This easy weeknight meal is ready in under an hour and is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 682.5 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Farfalle With Cauliflower And Sausage

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How to Make Farfalle With Cauliflower And Sausage

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Prick 1 pound Italian sausage links several times with a fork.
  3. In a large roasting pan, toss sausage with 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets), and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  4. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Roast for 15 minutes.
  6. Add 4 cloves garlic (minced) to the pan; stir to combine.
  7. Continue roasting for 5 minutes, or until sausage is cooked through and cauliflower is tender.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Slice sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  10. Meanwhile, cook 1 pound farfalle pasta according to package directions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  11. Drain pasta, reserving 2 tablespoons pasta water.
  12. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (to taste).
  13. Add the roasted cauliflower and sausage to the pasta.
  14. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or your favorite cheese).
  15. Toss gently to combine.
  16. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

45g

Carbs

25g