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Pasta and Broccoli

Classic Cavatelli and Broccoli

Classic Italian American cavatelli pasta with broccoli, garlic, oil and cheese.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ricotta Cavatelli
  • 1 1/2 bags of broccoli florets aprox 1 lb, chopped
  • 1/4 cup CENTO Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves slices thin
  • 1 Tbsp. butter unsalted
  • A few handfuls of Grated Cheese (parmesan
  • 1 cup of hot reserved cooking water
  • Salt & Pepper to Taste

Instructions
 

  • Boil water and cook cook cavatelli in plenty of salted water (salty).
  • Defrost broccoli and chop. *I pop mine into the microwave for a minute or so* In a deep Saute pan heat extra virgin olive oil and sliced garlic until slightly browned. Add broccoli and Saute for several minutes until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  • When pasta is cooked drain, reserve 1 cup of liquid. Toss Cavatelli and butter together into Saute pan. Add water gradually and then Add the cheese. Mix together.
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