Sicilian Broccoli and Cauliflower Pasta Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bunch broccoli, trimmed of tough ends
• 1 head cauliflower, quartered, core removed
• 2 medium yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch, lengthwise
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• A generous pinch of saffron threads
• A generous pinch of red pepper flakes, more to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• olive oil as needed
• 2 tablespoons golden raisins, plumped in warm water, drained
• 1/2 cup lightly toasted pine nuts
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley for garnish
• Freshly grated Parmesan, to taste, about 1 cup
• kosher salt, to taste
• 1 pound dried pasta, sturdy variety such as Penne Rigate (cooked al dente, according to package directions)
• 1 cup pasta water, reserved from cooking (may or may not get used, but very handy to have when putting the pasta together).