How to Make Broccoli Garlic Angel Hair Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to quick and easy weeknight dinners, few dishes top a simple pasta recipe. And if you're looking for a flavorful and healthy option, look no further than this Broccoli Garlic Angel Hair Pasta. This dish is packed with the goodness of fresh broccoli, the aromatic zing of garlic, and the satisfying comfort of angel hair pasta. It's a dish that's both delicious and nutritious, making it a perfect go-to meal for busy evenings. So, get ready to delight your taste buds and nourish you...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt to taste
  • 1 ½ pounds broccoli, stem and florets chopped separately
  • 3 cups chicken stock, or more as needed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
  • ½ cup freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until soft but not browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle in pepper flakes and season with salt.
  • Pour chicken stock into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add broccoli stems and simmer until tender, 10 to 12 minutes; add more stock if mixture starts to dry out.
  • While the broccoli stems are cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add broccoli florets to stems in the skillet; cook until florets are bright green and slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and transfer to a large pot. Pour broccoli sauce over top, add Parmigiano-Reggiano, and stir to combine. Cover the pot and let stand until pasta absorbs excess liquid and finished cooking, about 2 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    599 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 1053mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 154mg
    • Calcium: 223mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 816mg