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Creamy Garlic Broccoli Pasta: A Delightful Recipe!

A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring garlic and broccoli, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces whole wheat pasta spaghetti or penne
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Add the broccoli florets during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and almond milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. If using, stir in the nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli back into the pot, tossing to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chickpeas or white beans.
  • Swap out the broccoli for other vegetables like spinach, kale, or asparagus for a different flavor profile.

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