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20 Minute Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli

For a quick and indulgent pasta fix, make this 20 Minute Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli. It's honesty to goodness easy, tasty and one your whole family will love. Great for those quick evenings when you want something delicious but time isn't on your side. Pasta for the win!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, North American
Keyword: broccoli, parmesan cheese, Pasta
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 521kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spiral pasta
  • 1 head of broccoli cut into small florets
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 Teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 4 Cups vegetable stock
  • 1 1/2 Cups heavy cream
  • 1 Cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • Small bunch fresh chopped parsley
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Instructions

  • Cut the broccoli into small florets. Put them in a colander, pour over boiling water and then pour over cold water. Set aside.
  • In a large deep sided skillet set over medium to high heat, add the olive oil, garlic and all the dried seasonings and herbs. Stir well and let cook for about a minute. Add the flour and stir really well.
  • Add the vegetable stock and cooking cream to the pan. Whisk really well to prevent any lumps. Bring to a simmer and let thicken for 1- 2 minutes.
  • Add the uncooked pasta and broccoli and stir really well to completely coat. Cover and leave to cook for about 12-15 minutes. Stir a few times through cooking to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the Parmesan cheese, butter and fresh parsley. Stir well and serve.

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Notes

  1. Any kind of pasta will work in this dish. 
  2. You can substitute fresh basil for the parsley if that's what your have.  I don't recommend finishing the dish with dried parsley as it doesn't give the same flavour as fresh herbs.
  3. Can top with extra parmesan for serving if desired.
  4. This dish is best served fresh.
Nutrition Facts
20 Minute Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 521 Calories from Fat 297
% Daily Value*
Fat 33g51%
Saturated Fat 19g119%
Cholesterol 103mg34%
Sodium 986mg43%
Potassium 470mg13%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 2086IU42%
Vitamin C 91mg110%
Calcium 300mg30%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.