Cauliflower Baked Ziti

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375°.
• In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil.
• Add onion and cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for one minute.
• Add meat and season with salt and pepper.
• Cook until no longer pink, 6 minutes.
• Drain fat.
• Return saucepan over medium heat and add tomato paste and oregano.
• Cook for 2 minutes more, until slightly darkened.
• Add crushed tomatoes and bring sauce to a simmer, reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced and flavors have melded, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in basil.
• In a large bowl, pour sauce over cauliflower and stir to combine.
• In a large baking dish, place half the cauliflower in an even layer.
• Dollop all over with half the ricotta, and sprinkle with half the mozzarella and Parmesan.
• Add remaining cauliflower in an even layer on top, and top with remaining cheeses.
• Bake until the cheese is melty and golden, 28 minutes.
• Garnish with basil before serving.