1to 2 slices bread (, crusts removed, preferably stale (enough to make 1/2 cup))
Oil spray (preferably olive oil)
2tbspunsalted butter
1tbspolive oil
2garlic cloves (, smashed)
1/2large head of cauliflower (, broken/cut into florets about 2"/5cm long (about 4 to 5 cups))
8oz/ 250 g fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
1/2red onion (, thinly sliced)
1/2to 1 tsp red chili flakes
1lemon (: 2 tbsp lemon juice + zest of 1/2 the lemon)
Instructions
Pangrattato: Dice the bread into small pieces (at least 1/2 cup). Spray generously with oil. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread pieces and sauté for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Remove to a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and set aside.
Return the skillet to the stove. Melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes. Add the sliced red onion, salt, and pepper.
Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, until the cauliflower is beautifully golden brown but still slightly firm. Remove and discard the smashed garlic cloves.
Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until 1 minute less than the packet's recommended time (al dente). Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Add the drained pasta and lemon juice to the skillet with the cauliflower. Toss well to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce. Stir in red chili flakes and lemon zest.
Serve immediately, topped generously with the crispy pangrattato.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.