Penne With Spicy Cauliflower Sauce

Ingredients

• Sea salt
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 dried red chili pepper, or more to taste
• 1 head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into walnut-size florets
• 1 8-ounce can peeled whole tomatoes and their juice
• 1 cup chicken stock or broth
• 1 pound penne
• 1 cup heavy cream

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    802 calories; 35 grams fat; 15 grams saturated fat; 14 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 101 grams carbohydrates; 9 grams dietary fiber; 11 grams sugars; 22 grams protein; 83 milligrams cholesterol; 984 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Fill a large pot with water and season lightly with salt. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, place a large saute pan over medium heat. Heat olive oil until it shimmers, and add garlic and chili pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
2. Add cauliflower, season generously with salt, and toss to coat with oil. Saute for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, crushing them in your fist as you add them. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add chicken stock and continue simmering for 10 more minutes.
3. When water comes to a boil, add penne and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. While pasta is cooking, add cream to cauliflower mixture and bring to a simmer. Drain pasta and add to cauliflower in pan. Toss well, and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.