Sicilian Pasta with Cauliflower


Some of the best pasta dishes come from unlikely combinations. Our version of this Sicilian classic turns humble cauliflower into a truly craveable dish, ready in under an hour.

Sicilian Pasta with Cauliflower

Instead of cooking the cauliflower into a sauce, this version keeps the florets intact and lets a handful of classic Sicilian ingredients, including anchovies and saffron, create a distinctive sweet and savory flavor profile.

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