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Cheesy and Creamy Broccoli Pasta

A rich, comforting pasta dish made with tender broccoli and a silky homemade cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 12 oz pasta penne or fusilli
  • 3 cups broccoli florets fresh
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  2. Blanch broccoli for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain.
  3. Melt butter with olive oil in a skillet. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add cream, milk, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
  5. Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted.
  6. Add pasta and broccoli. Toss gently, loosening with pasta water if needed.
  7. Season and serve immediately.

Notes

Best served fresh. Reheat gently with milk.