Cheesy Creamy Broccoli Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender pasta tossed in creamy cheese sauce, broccoli, and garlic for a rich, flavorful dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sauce Ingredients
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 yellow onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups heavy cream
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8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
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8 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
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½ cup reserved pasta water
→ Main Ingredients
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500 grams fresh broccoli, chopped
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16 ounces ditalini pasta
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt.
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Stir in the chopped broccoli and sauté for another 5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender yet still vibrant green. Add another teaspoon of salt.
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Pour in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the broccoli and creamy sauce. Pour in the reserved pasta water and toss everything together gently until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
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Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir until the cheese is melted and incorporated.
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Serve the creamy broccoli pasta immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper if desired.