CHEESY FETTUCCINE WITH CAULIFLOWER & WALNUTS

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Enjoy a thrilling melody of flavors and textures with our Cheesy Fettuccine with Cauliflower & Walnuts. Seasoned with garlic, parsley, thyme and red pepper, there's a lot of tastes to explore. Try Cheesy Fettuccine with Cauliflower & Walnuts, and prepare for a great evening.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 lb. fettuccine, uncooked
3 cups small cauliflower florets
1/2 cup KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
1/2 cup chopped onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
3/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend
1/4 cup chopped and toasted walnuts
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding cauliflower to the boiling water for the last 3 min. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
Heat half the dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 7 min. or until onions are softened. Stir in reserved cooking water; bring to boil. Simmer on medium-low heat 2 min. or until sauce is reduced by half.
Add pasta mixture and remaining dressing; cook and stir 2 min. or until heated through. Remove from heat. Add herbs and cheese; mix well.
Sprinkle with nuts and crushed pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g