Cauliflower Alfredo

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season it generously with salt. Add the cauliflower and garlic to the water and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the vegetables and add them to a blender along with the butter and salt. Puree on high, scraping down the sides as needed, until very smooth, about 1 minute. Add the sauce to a large bowl.
2. Bring large pot of fresh water to a boil. Season generously with salt. Cook the pasta until al dente, about 1 minute less then package directions. Using a tongs and a pasta spider if needed, remove the pasta from the water to the bowl with the sauce. Sprinkle the bare pasta with the cheese. Add 1/2 cup of pasta water to the bowl and toss to coat the pasta, creating a sauce that is creamy and clings to the pasta. Add another 1/2 cup of pasta water as needed to create a sauce. Serve topped with freshly grated parmesan, freshly cracked black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.

3. Chef’s Note: If you want to double down on the cauliflower taste, feel free to boil your pasta in the same water as the cauliflower.