Pasta with Garlic and Cauliflower: Quick and Flavorful
Week of June 29, 2026
Weeknight Score: 12/20 (B+)
A tasty and satisfying dish for any busy weeknight.
- Time
- 3/4
- Ready in 31 to 45 minutes.
- Effort
- 2/4
- It requires several steps and needs periodic attention.
- Cleanup
- 2/4
- You'll use a pot for pasta, a skillet for sauce, and a cutting board.
- Shopping
- 3/4
- 6 items to buy beyond pantry staples.
- Payoff
- 2/4
- Small batch, or best eaten right away. Budget-friendly per serving.
Our Weeknight Score rates how easily a recipe fits a busy weeknight: time, effort, cleanup, shopping and leftovers. It is not a rating of taste, nutrition or dietary suitability.
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Why we picked it
This recipe is perfect for those evenings when you want comfort food without extensive prep. The combination of garlic, scallions, and cheese adds great flavor to the pasta.
Who it's for
This dish is for families looking for a hearty meal that won't take much time. It's also a good option for busy weeknight cooks who enjoy pasta.
What you'll need
You'll need pasta, frozen cauliflower, bread crumbs, garlic, scallions, cheese, and some pantry staples like olive oil and wine.
Make it easier
To save even more time, consider using pre-chopped garlic or buying bread crumbs. You can also prepare the sauce while the pasta cooks.