Spicy Cauliflower with Pancetta

INGREDIENTS

Serves 4 people.

• 1 large head of cauliflower
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1 bunch of long green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup of pancetta, chopped
• 1 Tbls of butter
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1 Tbls of crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp of salt
• 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup of fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1 pound of linguini

 

PREPARATION

• Cut the cauliflower into florets or small pieces and set aside.
• In a large frying pan sauté the pancetta until slightly crisp.
• Add the onions and garlic for two minutes.
• Add the cauliflower butter and water.
• Season with red pepper and salts.
• Cover and cook the cauliflower until tender stirring occasionally.
• Drizzle with olive oil.
• Cook the linguini until al dente and drain.
• Pour the cauliflower over the linguini and serve with parmesan cheese.