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One-Pot Broccoli Cheese Pasta

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  • May 21, 2021
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We love an easy one-pot dinner for the simplicity and the cleanup. This one-pot creamy pasta is kind of like the grown-up version of mac & cheese, but even easier and better. The broccoli is in no way hidden, but it’s a great way to sneak in an extra serving of greens, and even the pickiest of eaters will eat their vegetables if they are coated in cheese. šŸ˜‰ Throw everything together, and you’ve got yourself a delicious, no-fuss meal in a little more then 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb.fusilli
  • 1medium 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. StepĀ 1In 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. StepĀ 2Add 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,Ā stirring occasionally,Ā until pasta is al dente, 12 to 14Ā minutes.
    3. StepĀ 3Add cheeses and stir until melted.

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