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Cheesy and Creamy Broccoli Pasta

A comforting pasta dish with tender broccoli tossed in a rich, creamy cheese sauce, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 560

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz short pasta
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
Cheese Sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta and broccoli in salted water until tender. Drain.
  2. Melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in flour and cook briefly.
  4. Add milk and cream, whisking until thickened.
  5. Stir in cheeses until smooth.
  6. Combine pasta and broccoli with sauce and season.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best texture.