Classic Cavatelli and Broccoli
Classic Italian American cavatelli pasta with broccoli, garlic, oil and cheese.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
- 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
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.