Description
A delicious and comforting dish that combines pasta, fresh broccoli, and rich cheese in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli and cook for a few minutes until it is tender.
- Pour in the cream or milk, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Stir in the cheese until it melts and mixes well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, use milk instead of heavy cream. You can also add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg