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One-Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli Pasta

Close-up of a bowl filled with creamy broccoli pasta, penne noodles coated in sauce and topped with grated cheese.
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Make this quick, comforting, and creamy broccoli pasta in a single pot. It is a simple vegetarian dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1 large head of fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the pasta, broccoli florets, vegetable broth, minced garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes (if using) into a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking. The liquid should reduce, and the pasta should become tender.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and coats the pasta and broccoli.
  5. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
  6. Serve immediately, topping each portion with extra grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • You can add cooked chicken breast or shrimp during the last 5 minutes of simmering if you want to add protein.
  • Use the pasta water reserved from cooking if the sauce seems too thick after adding the cream and cheese.

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