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25-Minute One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta with Broccolini and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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25-Minute One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta with Broccolini and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This orecchiette pasta recipe brings together sautéed onion and broccolini with sun-dried tomatoes for a delicious, vegetarian dinner. Best of all? It’s ready in just 25 minutes with minimal cleanup...the beauty of a one-pan pasta recipe!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 757 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomatoes
  • 5 Tablespoons butter divided, unsalted
  • 1 ½ cups yellow onion finely diced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 bunch broccolini cut into 1-inch pieces (around 200 g)
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes julienned
  • 16 ounces dried orecchiette pasta
  • 5 cups vegetable stock
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly shredded

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large sauté pan or dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter to the pan and heat to melt. Add the onion, garlic, and broccolini to the pan, stirring to coat. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes and salt (continuing to layer in salt throughout the cooking process). Let cook for 3 minutes.
  2. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, orecchiette, and vegetable stock, stirring to combine. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 11-13 minutes until the pasta is al dente. Check the directions on the pasta package to confirm cook time. Stir frequently to cook the pasta evenly. If pasta seems to have absorbed too much liquid, you can add in about 1/4 cup more as needed.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter and parmesan cheese until combined. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese as desired.

Notes

  • Sun-Dried Tomatoes: I like to use sun-dried tomatoes that are packed in oil, but the dried ones will work too.
  • Storage & Reheating: store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a little vegetable stock as needed so it doesn't dry out.
  • Parmesan Cheese: look for a brand specifically labeled vegetarian or made with microbial enzymes, if needed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 757kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 114g (38%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 8g (40%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 46mg (15%) Sodium 1429mg (60%) Potassium 1308mg (28%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 20g (40%) Vitamin A 2152IU (43%) Vitamin C 55mg (61%) Calcium 254mg (25%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 757

% Daily Value*

Calories 757kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 114g 38%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 46mg 15%
Sodium 1429mg 60%
Potassium 1308mg 28%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 20g 40%
Vitamin A 2152IU 43%
Vitamin C 55mg 61%
Calcium 254mg 25%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.