PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER

PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER image

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 oz penne pasta
4 clove garlic, sliced
2 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
3 c broccoli florets
2 c cauliflower florets
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 c low sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2 Tbsp butter
1 can(s) (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 c parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water for 2 minutes LESS than package directions; drain.
2. Cook garlic in oil in a large lidded pot over medium heat until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook 1 minute. Stir in 1/4 tsp. salt, and cook, covered, 3 minutes.
3. Add broth, butter, beans, pepper and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, and cook until beans are warm and sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
4. Add pasta and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with cheese.