Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

Cut the cauliflower into florets and place on an oven tray with the garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and 1/2t salt (the salt helps absorb all the water that will come out of the cauliflower). Bake in the oven for about 30mins.

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At the same time, cook the pasta according to the packet directions. Drain and return to the pot but off the heat.

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If using bacon or chicken then cook/prepare this now. Leave out to keep the dish vegetarian. 

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Put the cooked cauliflower in a food processor with the water, cashews, lemon juice and salt. Blend until smooth. Add seasoning to taste.

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Add the sauce to the pasta pot and coat. Add the bacon/chicken. 

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Serve and top with grated cheese.

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Serves 6-8

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