Delicious Creamy Broccoli Pasta
Experience a professional-quality meal at home with this Delicious Creamy Broccoli Pasta, a vibrant and soul-warming dish designed for the ultimate busy weeknight comfort. This one-pot masterpiece features tender pasta shapes nestled in a rich, velvety cream sauce that perfectly lacquers every piece of fresh broccoli.
Ingredients
- 12 oz short pasta ditalini or shells
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan or Cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ small onion finely diced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté: Melt butter in a large deep skillet or pot. Sauté onions and garlic for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Boil: Add the pasta and enough water or broth to cover. Bring to a boil.
- Vegetables: 5 minutes into cooking the pasta, stir in the broccoli florets.
- Simmer: Continue cooking until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Finish: Remove from heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated cheese until the sauce is velvety, thick, and glossy.
- Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.