CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PASTA - Serves 4

A quick and easy creamy pasta dish with a difference.

INGREDIENTS

SAUCE

1-2 tablespoons butter or oil

4 cloves minced garlic

340g (12oz) cauliflower florets

1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

1/2 - 1 cup milk (adjust for desired thickness)

1 cup grated parmesan cheese plus a little extra for serving

1 cup diced cooked ham

1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

salt and pepper to taste

PASTA

230g (8oz) linguine or other pasta

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add the garlic, and cook until fragrant - about a minute.

2. Add the cauliflower and broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the cauliflower is tender, about 6-10 minutes.

3. Transfer to a blender or food processor and puree.

4. Return to the saucepan, add enough milk to get the sauce to the desired consistency.

5. Add the cheese, ham, and parsley to the sauce and mix well.

6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Warm through.

8. Cook pasta until al dente and drain well.

You can do this while the cauliflower is cooking.

9. Combine sauce and pasta and serve with extra grated parmesan and parsley on top.