Salt
1 head cauliflower, trimmed of greens at stem
About 1/4 cup EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil
6 to 8 anchovy filets
4 cloves garlic. peeled and sliced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
A fat pinch saffron threads
Small handful golden raisins
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes or 2 large, ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
Pepper
1 pound perciatelli or bucatini
Shaved or grated Pecorino cheese
About 1/3 cup toasted, chopped pistachios, pine nuts or sliced almonds
A handful of basil leaves, torn
Parsley, chopped, for garnish