PASTA WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE, BROCCOLI, AND PEAS RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Pasta with Lemon Cream Sauce, Broccoli, and Peas Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by jkwalls

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces uncooked long fusilli (twisted spaghetti)
2 bunches broccoli chopped
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup organic vegetable broth (such as Swanson Certified Organic)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/3 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Dash of ground red pepper
Coarsely ground black pepper (optional)
Lemon slices (optional)

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Add broccoli during last 4 minutes of cooking time. Place peas in a colander. Drain pasta mixture over peas; set aside. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic to pan; sauté 1 minute. Combine broth and cornstarch in a small bowl; stir until well blended. Add broth mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in cream, juice, salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and red pepper. Add pasta mixture to broth mixture; toss gently to coat. Garnish with coarsely ground black pepper and lemon slices, if desired. Serve immediately.