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Easy & Creamy Broccoli Pasta (Ready in 20 Minutes)

A quick, rich, and comforting creamy pasta loaded with tender broccoli and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 250 g pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Sauce
  • 1 cup cooking cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Strainer
  • Large pan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
  2. Add broccoli during the last few minutes of cooking.
  3. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  4. Sauté garlic in olive oil.
  5. Add cream, cheese, and seasoning.
  6. Combine pasta and broccoli with sauce.

Notes

Adjust sauce consistency using pasta water for perfect creaminess.