Ingredients

  • 1 lb small shell pasta
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 lb shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, mixed with
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Bring salted water to boil and cook pasta till al dente.
  • Steam cauliflower till soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer about 1/2 to 3/4 of the cauliflower to blender or food processor along with a few tablespoons of the steaming liquid and puree. Add more steaming liquid to thin the puree if necessary.
  • In a large bowl combine the pasta and cauliflower puree.
  • Then add the milk, both cheeses and salt and pepper.
  • Combine well.
  • Coarsely chop remaining cauliflower and then gently add in to pasta mixture.
  • Place in a greased medium size casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl combine butter, bread crumbs and panko together.
  • Sprinkle over top of pasta mixture.
  • Bake uncovered about 20 minutes or until top is crispy and sauce is bubbling.