Creamy Broccoli Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 4 Tablespoons butter.
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced.
03 - 2 cups chicken broth.
04 - 1 1/4 cups half and half.
05 - 1/2 lb medium pasta shells.
06 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt.
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley.
11 - 3 1/2 cups broccoli florets, uncooked.
12 - 2 teaspoons lemon juice.
13 - 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated.

# Instructions:

01 - Measure all ingredients and cut broccoli into small pieces.
02 - Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic for 1 minute.
03 - Add chicken broth, half and half, and all seasonings.
04 - Bring to boil, add pasta and cook partially covered per package instructions. Add broccoli in last 6 minutes.
05 - Check pasta for doneness, cook longer if needed.
06 - Remove from heat, add lemon juice and gently mix in Parmesan cheese.

# Notes:

01 - A quick weeknight pasta dish featuring shells and broccoli in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Best served with garlic bread.

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