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Easy Pasta with Broccoli Recipe

This Easy Pasta with Broccoli Recipe is sure to become a staple in your home! Perfect for serving a crowd since it pleases vegetarians and carnivores! Even kids love this pasta recipe... making it a great way to sneak in veggies! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 pound pasta
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add a dash of salt, then add the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain the broccoli and set aside until needed. 
  2. Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat. Add a dash of salt, then add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes for most pasta brands. 
  3. While the pasta cooks, make your sauce. In a large saute pan, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the garlic and pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute, or until the garlic is fragrant and starts to shimmer. Add in the broccoli and wine (or chicken broth). Season with salt and pepper and simmer on medium-low for 8 minutes. 
  4. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in the broccoli sauce. Add the cheese and lemon juice and toss until well combined. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. 
  5. Transfer to a large serving platter and serve at once!