One-Pot Broccoli Cheese Pasta

One-Pot Broccoli Cheese Pasta

from delish.com
35 min
6 servings

This One-Pot Broccoli Cheese Pasta is even easier to make than you'd imagine, which means dinner is going to take zero effort.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb. fusilli
  • 1 medium head broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 3 1/2 c. water
  • 2 c. half-and-half
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 c. shredded cheddar
  • 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.

  2. 2

    Add pasta and broccoli, then stir in water and half-and-half. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, 12 to 14 minutes. 

  3. 3

    Add cheeses and stir until melted.