Lunch: Rigatoni with Cauliflower and Tomato Sauce

This Sicilian-inspired sauce also pairs well with bucatini-a thick, spaghetti-like pasta with a hole in the center.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Rigatoni with Cauliflower and Tomato Sauce

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1/3 c. pine nuts
3 tbsp. olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 small head cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 3/4 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 15-ounce can)
1/3 c. raisins
2 tbsp. water
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 lb. rigatoni
1/2 c. thin-sliced basil leaves or chopped fresh parsley
1/4 c. grated Parmesan
1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper

Instructions

In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Or toast them in a 350 °F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.
In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, stirring, about 30 seconds. Increase the heat to moderate. Add the cauliflower, tomatoes, raisins, water and salt and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the cauliflower is very tender, about 10 minutes.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the rigatoni until just done, about 14 minutes. Drain the rigatoni and toss with the pine nuts, cauliflower sauce, basil, Parmesan and pepper. Serve with additional Parmesan.
Wine Recommendation: Barbera is the everyday wine of the Piedmontese, and this pasta will show you why. High in acid, low in tannin, and chock-full of bright blackberry fruitiness, barberas are perhaps the best wines in the world to serve with tomato-based dishes.

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