Orecchiette with Cauliflower, Anchovies, and Fried Croutons Recipe
The croutons found their way into this dish thanks to the frugality of Italian cooks. "Puglians don't throw anything out," says Donatella. "Any leftover bread is used in the pasta."
Keywords
- orecchiette
- italian
- cauliflower
- anchovy
- zucchini
- main
- dinner
- nut free
- fry
- saute
- roast
- bon appétit
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Cooking tools:
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Skillet
- Stove
- Measuring cup
- Mixing bowl
- Paper towel
- Plate
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower (28 to 30 ounces), trimmed, cut into 1-inch florets
- 8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 pound orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or medium-size shell pasta
- 1 1/2 cups 1/3-inch cubes crusty country-style bread
- 3 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1/3-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
- 3 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 7 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley, divided
- 1/3 cup (packed) freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for serving
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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