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Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

Published: September 10, 2018. Modified: October 9, 2018 By Dhwani Mehta. This post may contain affiliate links. This blog generates income via ads.

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Broccoli Alfredo Pasta – Bucatini Pasta Tossed in tender-crisp broccoli florets and homemade garlicky creamy Alfredo sauce, It is perfectly easy pasta recipe for busy weeknight meals, ready under 30 minutes from start to finish!! It’s Hearty and tasty. Broccoli and Alfredo are made for each other.

Alfredo broccoli pasta

I love easy and quick dishes especially for busy weeknight meal like this Alfredo Pasta recipe and some crispy French bread.It takes less than 30 minutes to get dinner on the table! Broccoli Alfredo Pasta uses staple ingredients and it comes together in a snap.

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How to make Broccoli Alfredo Pasta?

  • First of all, Choose the right type of pasta. Our favorite is Bucatini which is great in texture that perfectly holds sauces every time.
  • Now we chose our best pasta, let’s get on the cooking part.
  • First, In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove from water and plunge into a bowl of iced water. Keep it for 5 minutes, drain from water and keep them aside.
  • In salted water boil Barilla® Collezione Bucatini according to package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter in a saucepan over low to medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic while the butter is warm but barely melted. Cook garlic for 2 minutes over a low flame or until soft and aromatic.
  • Now add heavy whipping cream and simmer for few minutes.
  • Add parmesan cheese, whisk vigorously until cheese is melted and well combined.
  • Season it with salt and pepper. Continue to cook until sauce begins to slightly thicken.
  • Now add pasta and broccoli. Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Garnish it with parmesan cheese and Basil. Enjoy with some crusty bread!!

Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

Points To keep in mind while making perfect Alfredo Pasta Recipe With Broccoli?

  • To keep the broccoli bright green and tender-crisp, Parboil in boiling water and 2 minutes and blanch in iced water.
  • For a smooth, creamy consistency, cook sauce in the slow heat, on high heat the cream curdles and separates.
  • For best texture, cook pasta according to package instruction.
  • To get a nice garlicky taste in sauce, add garlic while the butter is warm but barely melted.

Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

How to make Alfredo Sauce with milk?

This broccoli Alfredo Pasta Recipe uses heavy cream, Parmesan Cheese and Butter. If you want to make Alfredo Sauce with Milk, you can make a Roux to thicken it.

  • In a pan, melt butter over low to medium heat.
  • Now add 3 tablespoon of plain flour and 1 tablespoon minced garlic, whisk into the butter to form a smooth paste.
  • Add 2 cups of whole milk (You can use 2% or !% milk too). Whisk vigorously to prevent lumps. Cook about 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  • Add ½ cup parmesan cheese and whisk until well combined.
  • Season with some salt and pepper, cook for another 3 to 4 minutes or until sauce is thickened to desired consistency.

Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

Alfredo broccoli pasta
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Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

Broccoli Alfredo Pasta - Bucatini Pasta Tossed in tender-crisp broccoli florets and homemade garlicky creamy Alfredo sauce, It is perfectly easy pasta recipe for busy weeknight meals, ready under 30 minutes from start to finish!! It's Hearty and tasty. Broccoli and Alfredo are made for each other. 
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Alfredo Broccoli Pasta
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5 people
Calories 723kcal
Author Dhwani
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Ingredients

  • 12 oz / 340 grams - Bucatini pasta
  • 3 cups - Broccoli Florets

For Alfredo Sauce

  • 2 cups - Heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon - Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon - butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese + for garnishing

Instructions

  • First, In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove from water and plunge into a bowl of iced water.
  • Keep it for 5 minutes, drain from water and keep them aside.
  • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. In salted water boil  Bucatini according to package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter in a saucepan over low to medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic while the butter is warm but barely melted. Cook garlic for 2 minutes over a low flame or until soft and aromatic.
  • Now add heavy whipping cream and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add parmesan cheese, whisk vigorously until cheese is melted and well combined.
  • Season it with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  • Continue to cook until sauce begins to slightly thicken.
  • Now add pasta and broccoli.
  • Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Garnish Alfredo Pasta with parmesan cheese and Basil.
  • Enjoy Broccoli Alfredo Pasta with some crusty bread!!

Nutrition

Calories: 723kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 420mg | Potassium: 433mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2040IU | Vitamin C: 49.3mg | Calcium: 339mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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  1. Shobha Keshwani says

    September 10, 2018 at 8:51 pm

    4 stars
    Delicious pasta.. would love to have it anyday anytime.

    Reply
    • Dhwani Mehta says

      September 11, 2018 at 8:02 am

      Thanks, Shobha!! I am sure you’ll love it. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Vanitha Bhat says

    September 11, 2018 at 6:40 am

    5 stars
    So delicious! My mouth is watering! Love it!

    Reply
    • Dhwani Mehta says

      September 11, 2018 at 8:03 am

      Thanks Vanitha!! 🙂

      Reply
  3. code2cook says

    September 11, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    5 stars
    Surely a great pasta recipe with broccoli, Love the way you illustrated each and every details.

    Reply
  4. PRAJAKTA SUKHATME says

    September 11, 2018 at 5:27 pm

    4 stars
    This looks like a great option for busy weeknight dinners. Will surely try it. Love the photos !

    Reply
  5. themadscientistskitchen says

    September 12, 2018 at 9:45 am

    Wow! Just the thought of making this yummy pasta is making me hungry. Sounds yum.

    Reply
  6. Anshu says

    September 13, 2018 at 2:12 am

    One of my favorite pasta dishes; loved your clicks and the way you have provided all the instructions. The idea to make Alfredo using milk sounds interesting and is in fact a great way to go little light on the calories… thanks for sharing !!

    Reply
  7. Shalini Digvijay says

    September 13, 2018 at 9:51 am

    i love barilla pasta. and your alfredo looks awesome.

    Reply
  8. Poonam Bachhav says

    September 13, 2018 at 9:22 pm

    Broccoli is a happy veggie in my house and this creamy pasta with broccoli will be surely liked my everyone in my family. Will try this sometime. Thanks for the share

    Reply
  9. Geetha Priyanka says

    September 13, 2018 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    You have explained so beautifully. I just cannot wait to try it soon. Lovely share.

    Reply
  10. Sasmita Sahoo Samanta says

    September 13, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    5 stars
    Such a yummy pasta platter using broccoli…………….Would love to try this flavor in pasta surely 🙂 Lovely share dear !!!

    Reply
  11. jagruti says

    September 14, 2018 at 1:49 am

    Creamy, easy and delicious pasta, what’s not to like about it! Lovely share.

    Reply
  12. Mildly Indian says

    September 14, 2018 at 3:52 am

    5 stars
    Classic recipe mmmm. I can so truly feel the creaminess from the pics itself.

    Reply
  13. Preethi's Cuisine says

    September 16, 2018 at 4:30 am

    Loved your detailed explanation of making delicious and creamy pasta.Home made is always the best Dhwani. Fab share .

    Reply

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