PASTA WITH BROCCOLI

Pasta with Broccoli image

"This dish is not only delicious and attractive, but it saves time because you can prepare the pasta and broccoli in one pan," writes Jan Vallely of Fullerton, California. "A friend at a club meeting shared the recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup water
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti or linguine, broken into 2-inch pieces
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a saucepan, saute garlic in oil until tender. Add the water, pasta and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Add the broccoli; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until pasta and broccoli are tender. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges