Saffron Scented Cauliflower Pasta

Instructions:

STEP 1:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)

STEP 2:
Stir the saffron threads into the boiling water and cover. Set aside to steep for several minutes while proceeding with the recipe.

STEP 3:
Toss the bread crumbs together with the melted butter and lay out evenly on a cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al denta; drain.

STEP 4:
hile the pasta is cooking, heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped cauliflower and saffron water; season to taste with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer, uncovered, until the cauliflower has softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in the raisins, pine nuts and cooked ziti. Pour into a serving dish and sprinkle with browned bread crumbs.