- Preheat the oven to 350 F. 
- In a large pan, cook the onion and celery in oil until soft and fragrant. - 1 onion, 2 large stalks of celery, 2 tbsp. cooking oil 
- Add the cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes before adding the garlic. Cook for another minute; then season to taste and remove from the heat. Allow cooling. - 2 garlic cloves, 2 cups cauliflower, 2 tsp. salt 
- In a large bowl, mix the sausage meat and pecans with the cauliflower mixture, egg, salt, and pepper. - 1 lb. sausage meat, 1 egg, ¾ cup pecans, 1 tsp. pepper 
- Transfer to an oven-proof dish and top with fresh thyme. - 5-8 sprigs of fresh thyme 
- Place in the oven and allow to bake for 25-30 minutes. 
- Remove from the oven and serve.