Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo Sheet Pan Pasta

Name: creamy cauliflower alfredo sheet pan shells
Ingredients: kosher salt; 2 heads cauliflower (about 2 pounds each), trimmed; 4 cloves garlic (not peeled); 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; freshly-ground black pepper; 4 sprigs fresh thyme, plus leaves for serving; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 ounces finely grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 cup), divided; 12 ounces dried short pasta, such as shells (use a protein pasta for extra protein); 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (I always use Good Culture); 1 cup 2% or whole milk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; pinch cayenne pepper; 8 ounces grated sharp white cheddar or Gruyere, or a blend (2 cups), divided

This creamy Alfredo-like pasta sauce is made with a whole head of cauliflower and a cup of cottage cheese, creating a veggie and protein-packed pasta dish that you’ll want to make on repeat. …