Cheesy Cauliflower and Pasta Casserole
There's something so comforting about a creamy baked pasta casserole. This one includes cauliflower and peas in a way that even a kid can love. A crunchy, seasoned breadcrumb topping makes it even more irresistible. ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons butter, melted plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, divided 8 ounces fusilli or other uncooked pasta 1 pound cauliflower florets, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup diced onion 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups half and half 1 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 cup of grated Gruyere cheese directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2 to 3 quart baking dish and set aside. Heat salted water to boil for pasta. Combine crumbs, melted butter and 2 tablespoons Parmesan in small bowl and set aside. Boil pasta per package instructions to al dente, adding cauliflower and peas in last...