Sweet roasted cauliflower and golden raisins complement the brininess of capers. Try other fresh herbs like thyme for a flavor change.
3 pounds Barilla Gluten Free Spaghetti
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup (optional) drained brined capers
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 cups cauliflower florets
1 cup soaked in water golden raisins
- Cook the Barilla pasta for half the time indicated on the package. Drain pasta and drizzle with some olive oil to prevent from sticking. Place pasta flat on sheet trays or hotel pans and cool in a blast chiller. Alternatively, cool it down in a walk-in cooler. Store in zip lock bags or sealed plastic container; refrigerate and use within several hours.
- Toss the cauliflower in 1/2 cup oil and season it with salt and pepper. Spread it on a sheet pan and roast in a 425 degree oven until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
For each serving, to order:
- Warm 2 teaspoons oil and sauté 3 tablespoons onion until it is soft.
- Reheat 1 1/3 cups pasta in simmering water. Drain and add it to the onion with 3 tablespoons pasta water.
- Stir until it becomes creamy. Add about 1/2 cup cauliflower, 1/2 teaspoon capers (if using), and 2 teaspoons raisins. Toss and plate.
- Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon parsley and 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons more oil.