Penne with Cauliflower and Beef Sauce

Penne pasta gets a boost of hearty, delicious flavor thanks to an easy cauliflower, tomato, and beef sauce.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 482 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) package penne pasta
• 2 pounds cauliflower florets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add beef, onions, and garlic; cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, parsley, salt, and pepper flakes. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Drain penne. Pour into the skillet and stir to combine. Serve.