Creamy Broccoli Pasta (Printable Version)
Pasta shells and broccoli in a rich garlic parmesan sauce with herbs and a hint of lemon. A comforting meal ready in 25 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
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4 Tablespoons butter.
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4 cloves garlic, minced.
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2 cups chicken broth.
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1 1/4 cups half and half.
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1/2 lb medium pasta shells.
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.
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1/4 teaspoon salt.
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
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1/2 teaspoon dried parsley.
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3 1/2 cups broccoli florets, uncooked.
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2 teaspoons lemon juice.
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3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated.
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Measure all ingredients and cut broccoli into small pieces.
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Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic for 1 minute.
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Add chicken broth, half and half, and all seasonings.
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Bring to boil, add pasta and cook partially covered per package instructions. Add broccoli in last 6 minutes.
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Check pasta for doneness, cook longer if needed.
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Remove from heat, add lemon juice and gently mix in Parmesan cheese.
# Additional Notes:
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A quick weeknight pasta dish featuring shells and broccoli in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Best served with garlic bread.