Description
Mafaldine Pasta Limone with Broccoli is a vibrant and creamy dish that brings the bright flavors of lemon and the wholesome goodness of broccoli to your table. This easy-to-make pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet experience at home. With its luxurious cream sauce infused with garlic and lemon zest, each bite bursts with flavor. Plus, the addition of broccoli not only enhances the dish’s visual appeal but also packs a nutritional punch. Impress your family or guests with this delightful meal that is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb mafaldine pasta (or any preferred pasta)
- 3 tbsp salty butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups finely chopped broccoli
- 4 cloves garlic, diced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add mafaldine pasta, and cook until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Sauté broccoli: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, then add broccoli and cook for about 1 minute until bright green.
- Add garlic: Stir in diced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Prepare sauce: Pour in heavy cream, add lemon zest and Parmesan cheese. Simmer on low heat.
- Combine: Mix cooked pasta into the sauce along with lemon juice. Stir thoroughly and heat for an additional minute.
- Adjust consistency: If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually until you reach the desired thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg