Easy Pasta and Broccoli
Recipes Italian Main Dish Pasta Quick and Easy Vegetarian
Description
This is a super easy, delicious and economical meal to serve to your family on those busy weeknights. It can be on the table in about 15 minutes. It could also be served a side dish.
Ingredients
12 oz. uncooked pasta (macaroni, shells, orecchiette pasta)
6 1/2 c. fresh broccoli florets, no stems
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese (use a good quality cheese)
2 T. olive oil, divided
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil; add pasta and broccoli together: cook al dente according to pasta directions.
When pasta is almost done, reserve/set aside about 1 c. pasta water; drain; set broccoli and pasta aside.
Return pot to the stovetop; set heat to high; add 1 T. olive oil; when hot, add garlic; cook until golden; reduce heat to low; add pasta back to the pot. Stir well; add remaining olive oil, cheese, salt and pepper; stir well. Add 1/2 c. reserved pasta water; stir, add more water if needed.
Serve with additional grated cheese.
6 servings.