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Cheesy Cauliflower Baked Shells With Breadcrumbs
[Vegan]

LA By: Lisa Dawn Angerame

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Cheesy Cauliflower Baked Shells With Breadcrumbs [Vegan]

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In this recipe, a cheesy, tangy cauliflower sauce encases shell pasta and then is baked under a thick, crusty layer of breadcrumbs. It's the perfect recipe for a date-night-in or a side to a holiday party feast. It's fancy enough to impress but easy and simple enough to put together... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Cheesy Cauliflower Baked Shells With Breadcrumbs [Vegan]

4-ounces of shell pasta
1/2 small head of cauliflower
1 tablespoon capers, drained
A few shakes of garlic powder
Juice of 1/2 lemon
A few dollops of dairy-free ricotta
1/4 cup pasta water
Seasoned breadcrumbs
Olive oil, for sautéing and garnish
Salt, a pinch

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How to Prepare Cheesy Cauliflower Baked Shells With Breadcrumbs [Vegan]

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Get the shells going and cook until just before "al dente", about 8 minutes.
While the pasta is going, chop the cauliflower into little florets, about the size of the shells and sauté it in a little oil until it starts to soften and get brown, about 5 minutes.
Drain the pasta (reserve some pasta water) and add to the cauliflower.
Add the capers, garlic powder, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, to taste. Add some pasta water to develop a light sauce.
Stir in the dairy-free ricotta and distribute it evenly.
Divide into your baking bowls or turn out into a baking dish.
Top with breadcrumbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until top is browned and crispy. Enjoy!