Creamy Broccoli Pasta

11m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Remove the stem and trim the outer fibrous parts of the broccoli. Then cut the florets and place them in a bowl.
  2. 2Toss with olive oil and salt. Lay evenly on a sheet pan and bake at 350 until browned and crispy.
  3. 3Cut the stems into even pieces.
  4. 4Brown some garlic and onions in extra virgin olive oil.
  5. 5Add the broccoli stems and saute for a couple minutes.
  6. 6Add 1/2 cup of heavy cream and enough water to cover the broccoli stems.
  7. 7When the broccoli stems are tender, remove the parmesan rind and add fresh parsley.
  8. 8Use a stick blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
  9. 9Remove the trimmed florets from the oven.
  10. 10Toast up some panko breadcrumbs and lemon zest in a pan, then add the florets and mix.
  11. 11Heat up your sauce and add regatoni. Adjust the texture if needed, adding more water if necessary.
  12. 12Right before plating, squeeze a little lemon in, top with the broccoli crumb and grated parmesan.

Ingredients

  • 1 broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 small yellow onions
  • 1 parmesan rind
  • 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 enough to cover water
  • 1 handful fresh parsley
  • 1 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 squeeze lemon juice
  • 1 enough for your serving regatoni pasta

Equipment

knifebowlsheet panovensauce panstick blender