Cauliflower Cheese Baby Pasta

groceryIngredients

• 1 cup cauliflower florets, chopped
• 40g small pasta (e.g. mini shells or stars)
• 2 tbsp grated mild cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp whole milk
• 1 tsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp reserved pasta cooking water

format_list_numberedPreparation

1. 1

   Boil the cauliflower florets in water for 8-10 minutes until very soft.

2. 2

   Cook the pasta separately according to package instructions until very soft, then reserve some cooking water and drain.

3. 3

   Blend or mash the cooked cauliflower with milk, butter, and a little pasta water until smooth or soft.

4. 4

   Stir in the grated cheese while the sauce is warm until melted.

5. 5

   Mix the soft pasta into the cauliflower cheese sauce, adding extra pasta water to loosen if needed.

6. 6

   Cool to lukewarm before serving and ensure a soft, manageable texture.

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