Broccoli Pasta Sauce Recipe

Transform your weeknight dinner with this unbelievably creamy and flavorful broccoli pasta sauce! Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe combines tender broccoli, fragrant garlic, and nutty Parmesan cheese for a satisfying and healthy meal the whole family will love. Perfect for a quick and delicious pasta night!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 860 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Broccoli Pasta Sauce

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How to Make Broccoli Pasta Sauce

  1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  3. Drain broccoli and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced scallions and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more, until fragrant.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in chopped basil.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  8. Add cooked broccoli to the sauce and stir to combine. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
  9. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with toasted walnuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

101g

Carbs

33g

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