EASY PASTA CON BROCCOLI

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My husband never liked pasta until he tasted pasta con broccoli from a restaurant in St. Louis. I came up with this quick version at home. Great food without the work.

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box penne or 1 box bow tie pasta
1 jar alfredo sauce (regular or light, can use mix)
2 -3 teaspoons tomato sauce (or to taste)
1/2 lb sliced mushroom (optional)
2 bunches broccoli (or half of bag of florets)
1 -2 clove minced garlic
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed, BUT add broccoli the last few minutes of cooking, just until slightly tender and bright green in color.
  • Meanwhile saute garlic and mushrooms,then add the sauces and heat.
  • After pasta is drained toss it all together and serve.
  • We like a little parmesan cheese on top.

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