pasta with broccoli and cauliflower

23 Pinches 1 Photo
Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Apr 3, 2016

This recipe is both tasty and nutritious, both recipe and photo from allrecipes.com

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup low sodium vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese

How To Make pasta with broccoli and cauliflower

  • Step 1
    Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water for 2 minutes LESS than package directions; drain.
  • Step 2
    Cook garlic in oil in a large lidded pot over medium heat until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook 1 minute. Stir in 1/4 tsp. salt, and cook, covered, 3 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add broth, butter, beans, pepper and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, and cook until beans are warm and sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add pasta and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with cheese.

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Category: Pasta
Ingredient: Pasta
Diet: Low Fat
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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