This is a famous dish from St. Louis' famous restaurant on The Hill. It's a white sauce, not a pink one. It's a quick and delicious meal for busy days when you want a scrumptious meal but don't have a lot of time.
1 lb. spaghetti
8 oz. pkg. frozen broccoli
1/2 stick butter
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
24 oz. half-and-half cream
1 - 1 1⁄2 t. freshly minced garlic
5 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 c. half-and-half cream (24 oz.)
black pepper
salt
Bring well salted water to a boil; add pasta; cook to al dente according to pkg. directions. Drain; set aside.
While pasta is cooking, place the half & half, butter, garlic, and mushrooms in a saucepan; simmer 10 minutes. Add broccoli; bring to a boil. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
Stir in the cooked pasta; bring to a boil or until the sauce thickens. Remove from the heat. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese until the desired consistency is reached.
4 servings.