Creamy Broccoli Pasta Recipe
A rich and creamy pasta dish with vibrant broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights or comforting family dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Print Pin Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $8
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Skillet or saucepan
- 1 Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- 1 Colander
- 1 Box grater or microplane
- 1 Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta ( penne, fusilli, farfalle ) The hearty base of the dish
- 1 head Broccoli cut into florets Provides color, texture, and nutrients
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil Adds richness
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic Brings essential flavor to the sauce
- ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional Adds heat to balance the creaminess
- 2 tablespoon Butter Creates a silky base for the sauce
- 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour Thickens the sauce
- 1 ½ cups Milk Forms the creamy base
- ½ cup Heavy cream Adds richness
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated Savory depth and thickening power
- ½ cup Cheddar cheese shredded Adds sharper cheese flavor
- to taste Salt Enhances all other flavors
- to taste Black pepper ground Adds flavor and seasoning
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil, cook pasta until al dente, and add broccoli in the last few minutes. Reserve pasta water before draining.
- Sauté garlic in olive oil, add butter and flour, then slowly pour in milk and cream. Stir in the cheeses and simmer until thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the sauce and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
- Serve the pasta with extra Parmesan, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 250g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg