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Broccoli Mozzarella Pasta

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 10 ounces rotini pasta about 2 ½ cups
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded off the block
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded off the block

Instructions

  • Steam or blanch the broccoli using your preferred method until tender and bright green. Set aside.
    4 cups broccoli florets
  • Boil a pot of salted water, cook the pasta per package instructions. Drain, rinse with cool water, then drain again.
    10 ounces rotini pasta
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over low-medium heat. Add the garlic and salt, and cook for 30 seconds.
    4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon salt
  • Add the heavy cream, parmesan, and mozzarella to the pan. Cook until cheese is fully melted, about 3-5 minutes.
    1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup parmesan cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • Add the broccoli to the cheese sauce, mix, then add noodles and stir until coated.
  • Serve warm with extra cheese and a side of bread.
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Notes

  • The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 cups of pasta. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Mozzarella Pasta
Serving Size
 
2 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
788
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
48
g
74
%
Saturated Fat
 
29
g
181
%
Trans Fat
 
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
12
g
Cholesterol
 
141
mg
47
%
Sodium
 
956
mg
42
%
Potassium
 
579
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
65
g
22
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
 
2197
IU
44
%
Vitamin C
 
82
mg
99
%
Calcium
 
466
mg
47
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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