"Pasta, nutty cauliflower, meaty bacon and crispy bread crumbs are a wonderful combination when the flavors and textures are all balanced. We brown our cauliflower in a skillet to develop its flavors and drive off some of the water to keep it from becoming mushy. By employing a risotto method… read more..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
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1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
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Salt and pepper
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 large head cauliflower (3 pounds), cored and cut into 1-inch florets
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1 onion, chopped fine
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1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
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1 pound campanelle
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5 1/2 cups chicken broth
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving