Cheesy Cavatelli and Broccoli Recipe
Frozen cavatelli and broccoli make an easy and delicious easy meal. This vegetarian meal can be on the table in under 30 minutes and is a satisfying choice for hearty appetities on Meatless Monday. To Italians cavatelli with broccoli is like teaming milk and cookies together... it just works and everybody does it.
Servings 6
Calories 435kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound cavatelli (I used frozen)
- 12 oz broccoli (I used thawed frozen)
- 1 tbs butter or olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ cup Chicken Broth
- 2 tbs heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar plus a little to sprinkle on top
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes **** optional (just a sprinkle)
Instructions
- Boil cavatelli in salted water until a little underdone. Drain the pasta water and set cavatelli aside.
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute until cooked through.
- Add broccoli and saute 1 minute, then add the broth and cream. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, then shut off burner & add cheeses, stir until smooth, then add cavatelli and fold in until well coated.
- Season with red pepper flakes and/or salt and pepper, if you like. (optional)
- Sprinkle on some more cheese to serve.
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Nutrition
Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 251mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 710IU | Vitamin C: 50.7mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 1.6mg