Orecchiette, Cauliflower and Proscuitto

Orecchiette means "little ears"--and that cup-like pasta shape is perfect for holding the vegetables and prosciutto in this vegetarian meal.


Orecchiette, Cauliflower and Proscuitto

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Servings: Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Related Categories: Pasta
 
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Ingredients
  • 8  oz
    dry orecchiette
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  • 2  Tbsp
    olive oil
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  • 1/2  head
    cauliflower, cut into small florets (about 3 cups)
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  • 1/4  tsp
    kosher salt
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  • 1  pint
    grape tomatoes
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  • 3  to 4
    sage leaves
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  • 2  cloves
    garlic
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  • 4  oz (about 6 slices)
    prosciutto
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  • 2  cups
    arugula, large leaves cut
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  • 1/3  cup
    grated Parmesan
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Directions
1.
Cook pasta in lightly salted water and drain, reserving cup of cooking water. Transfer pasta to a large bowl and cover. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then add cauliflower and tsp salt. Cook 8 min and add tomatoes; continue cooking, turning occasionally, until cauliflower is golden and tomatoes break apart, 3 to 4 min more. Transfer to bowl with pasta and cover.
2.
In a food processor, chop garlic and sage. Add prosciutto and pulse to chop coarsely. (If you don't have a food processor, chop sage and prosciutto with a knife.) Transfer mixture to skillet and cook, about 3 min. Add to pasta, along with arugula and Parmesan, and toss. Add a bit of reserved pasta water to moisten. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 342, Total Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 606 mg, Carbohydrate 41 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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