Cavatelli & Broccoli Recipe
Make Cavatelli & Broccoli Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the cavatelli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
- 2
Blanch the Broccoli
In the same pot, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the drained cavatelli and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- 5
Season and Serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese before serving.