Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli (Actual Recipe)
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked large shell pasta
- 3 cups cream
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 6 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli
- 3 to taste salt and pepper
- 1 cup thinly sliced fresh button mushroom
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- 1
Cook pasta until half done (about 4 minutes); drain. Return pasta to the pot.
- 2
Add cream, butter, garlic, tomato sauce, broccoli, salt and pepper. Bring to a hard boil.
- 3
When noodles are fully cooked and sauce is starting to thicken, add mushrooms and stir to combine.
- 4
Remove from the heat; add cheese.
- 5
Toss and serve.
Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli (Actual Recipe)
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About this Recipe
Craving that comforting, restaurant-quality pasta dish with a creamy sauce? This Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli recipe delivers a truly satisfying and flavorful meal right in your own kitchen.
This recipe works by building a rich, luxurious sauce from a generous base of cream and butter, creating an unparalleled velvety texture that coats every piece of pasta. The interplay of aromatic minced garlic with the fresh earthiness of chopped broccoli and sliced button mushrooms adds layers of savory depth, while a touch of tomato sauce provides a subtle sweetness and balance to the richness.
Prepare to experience a truly indulgent and savory pasta dish. You'll find the large shell pasta perfectly cradling the incredibly rich and creamy sauce, infused with the delightful pungency of garlic and the delicate flavor of fresh mushrooms. The broccoli offers a pleasant bite and a hint of verdant freshness, all brought together by the salty, umami notes of grated Parmesan cheese. This dish promises a harmonious blend of textures and deeply satisfying flavors, perfect for a cozy evening.
Customization & Variations
- Pasta shapes: While large shell pasta is specified, feel free to substitute with other short pasta shapes like orecchiette, penne, or fusilli for a similar sauce-holding capability.
- Vegetables: Add a handful of spinach or finely chopped bell peppers along with the broccoli and mushrooms for extra nutrients and color.
- Cheese: If you don't have Parmesan, Pecorino Romano can offer a sharper, saltier alternative, though Parmesan's milder nuttiness is classic here.
Serve this Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli as a hearty main course, perhaps alongside a simple green salad to cut through the richness. It's an ideal choice for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion that calls for a truly decadent pasta dish.