Pasta with Broccoli Onion Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly creamy Pasta with Broccoli Onion Sauce, a dish that combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors. Perfectly al dente pasta is tossed in a luxurious sauce made from tender broccoli florets, caramelized onions, and a hint of garlic, all simmered in a rich blend of heavy cream, vegetable broth, and Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe packs a burst of savory goodness in every bite, with optional red chili flakes adding a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegetarian pasta is a comforting, family-friendly meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Serve it with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil for a restaurant-quality finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (penne, spaghetti, or other)
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, cut the broccoli into small florets. Steam or blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and golden. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the steamed broccoli florets, vegetable broth, and heavy cream. Use a wooden spoon to break up some of the broccoli into smaller pieces, letting it blend slightly with the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the broccoli onion sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.4 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.5 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4422 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 64.4 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1075 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 845 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
