Rigatoni With Cauliflower Pine Nuts And Raisins Recipe

• 2 Tbsp. salt, plus more to taste (divided)
• 1 sm cauliflower, cored and separated into about 4 c. of florets
• 1/4 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lrg onion, diced
• 1/4 c. pine nuts
• 3 x cloves garlic, minced
• 2 lrg bay leaves
• 1/2 tsp saffron
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 c. raisins
• 1/2 c. water
• 1/3 x dry white wine
• 12 ounce rigatoni
• 1/4 c. finely minced fresh parsley
•     Fresh grnd black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese, for garnish

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