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Roasted Broccoli Alfredo

Fettuccine with a Rich Alfredo Sauce and Generous Portion of Roasted Broccoli! Easy Dinner Recipe in Thirty Minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 671 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 4-5 cups of fresh broccoli florets from about 3 heads of broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • 8 ounces fettuccine
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Spread the florets in an even layer on a large baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle the olive oil over the top. Sprinkle the salt over the top and, using your hands, give the florets a little toss so they are evenly coated in the oil. Pop them in the oven and roast for 20-30 minutes or until they are nicely caramelized and crispy around the edges.
  3. While the broccoli roasts, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions (about 7ish minutes).
  4. While the pasta boils, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cream and whisk to combine. Bring it to a simmer and let it cook for a minute or two. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and stir until the cheese is melted.
  5. Using tongs transfer the cooked pasta directly to the sauce. The pasta will bring with it some of the starchy water which helps thicken the sauce. Toss the pasta in the sauce for a couple minutes.
  6. Remove the broccoli from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Run your knife through the florets to roughly chop them (see note). Stir them into the pasta and serve.

Notes

  • You don't have to chop up the broccoli, but I find it's a little easier to eat and every bite has a little bit of roasted goodness. If you prefer whole florets just toss them in the sauce as is and skip this step.

Nutrition Information

Calories 671kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 46g (71%) Saturated Fat 24g (120%) Cholesterol 170mg (57%) Sodium 1129mg (47%) Potassium 486mg (14%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1940IU (39%) Vitamin C 81.5mg (91%) Calcium 243mg (24%) Iron 1.9mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 671

% Daily Value*

Calories 671kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 46g 71%
Saturated Fat 24g 120%
Cholesterol 170mg 57%
Sodium 1129mg 47%
Potassium 486mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1940IU 39%
Vitamin C 81.5mg 91%
Calcium 243mg 24%
Iron 1.9mg 11%

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