Penne with Cauliflower and Beef Sauce
Description
Penne pasta gets a boost of hearty, delicious flavor thanks to an easy cauliflower, tomato, and beef sauce.
Ingredients
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) package penne pasta
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 pounds cauliflower florets
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1 pound ground beef
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2 medium onions, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 pinch red pepper flakes
Directions
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.
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.
3
Drain penne. Pour into the skillet and stir to combine. Serve.