Buttery Basil Shells w/ Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

Yield: 3 servings

Author: Julie Kim, RD

This easy buttery pasta pairs deliciously with some tasty caramelized roasted cauliflower florets. So simple, yet so flavorful!

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Roasted Cauliflower

Buttery Basil Shells

Roasted Cauliflower

Place the cauliflower florets on a baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil and toss with a spatula to thoroughly coat each floret. Lightly sprinkle some salt and black pepper. Arrange the florets so that they are evenly laid out and cut side down on pan. Place in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and deep brown on sides.

Buttery Basil Shells

While cauliflower is baking, bring a large pot with water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve at least ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta. Drain the pasta with a colander and run under cool water to stop cooking.
In the same pot add the butter and garlic. Turn heat to medium-low. Cook garlic with butter for about two to three minutes and then add the pasta back in. Mix around the pasta and the pasta water a tablespoon at a time. Add the olive oil and cook for another two to three minutes. Toss in the basil, and sprinkle with salt and red chili flakes to taste.
Freshly grate some parmesan on top of the pasta when serving pasta with a side of roasted cauliflower.

• Serve with lemon wedges to squeeze on top to help add an extra layer of flavor.

Calories

550

Fat (grams)

33

Sat. Fat (grams)

11

Carbs (grams)

57

Fiber (grams)

8

Net carbs

49

Sugar (grams)

7

Protein (grams)

14

Sodium (milligrams)

530

Cholesterol (grams)

0.035

Nutrition Facts for 1 serving.