Rigatoni & Broccoli - Red Or White Pasta Recipe
Sautéed Broccoli with Choice of Sauce - Signature Marinara or White Sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 2
Sauté the Broccoli
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add broccoli florets, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Broccoli
Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the sautéed broccoli. If using marinara sauce, add it now and stir to combine. For white sauce, add it in the same way. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 4
Serve
Remove from heat, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Rigatoni & Broccoli with the sauce of your choice!
