Cauliflower Pasta with Bacon and Parmesan Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 ounces thick-cut sliced bacon, cut into half inch pieces
• Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cups thinly sliced red onion (1 large red onion)
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
• 4 cups small bite-sized cauliflower florets (see How to Cut and Core Cauliflower)
• 1/2 pound cavatappi, gemelli, or fusilli dry pasta
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese