Vegetarian Cauliflower and Lentil Bolognese with Pappardelle Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Bolognese made with cauliflower, lentils, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting dish is served over pappardelle pasta and garnished with parmesan and fresh basil, perfect for a satisfying plant-based meal.
- Time: 55 min
- Servings: 6
Source: BusyRecipe
Ingredients
- grams yellow onion, about 1 small
- grams shallot, about 1 small
- grams celery stalks, about 2 medium
- grams carrot, about 1 large
- grams cauliflower, half of a small head
- garlic, minced
- Tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- bay leaf
- Tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- fresh basil, for garnish
- Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- red wine
- Tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- vegetable stock
- Tablespoon vegetable bouillon
- ounce can San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes
- whole milk or half and half
- reserved pasta water, more as needed
- teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ounces tomato paste
- dried lentils
- Tablespoons butter
- ounces pappardelle pasta
- grated parmesan cheese
- crusty bread or baguette, for serving