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Cooked Broccoli Cheese Pasta fusilli pasta in a black skillet, mixed with melted cheese, garnished with grated Parmesan and chopped herbs, creamy and cheesy texture, top-down view, ready to serve as a comfort food dish.

Broccoli Cheese Pasta

A creamy, cheesy one-skillet pasta loaded with fresh broccoli and rich, melty cheeses that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
melting 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 623
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup salted butter 113 g, for sautéing onion
  • 1 large yellow onion finely diced about 1 cup, for sweetness
  • 2 cups chicken broth 480 g, low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup half-and-half 242 g, room temperature
  • 3 teaspoon garlic powder for flavor
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 8 oz Gemelli pasta uncooked, any short pasta works
  • 2 heads fresh broccoli cut into small florets about 1 lb, washed
  • 1 cup Muenster cheese shredded 113 g, divided
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded 226 g, divided
  • Chopped parsley for garnish, optional

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, half-and-half, garlic powder, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the pasta and broccoli, ensuring the pasta is submerged. Cover and cook 9-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  5. Stir in ½ cup Muenster cheese and 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Muenster and 1 cup sharp cheddar on top. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes to melt the top layer of cheese.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 623kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 22gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 12mg

Notes

This Broccoli Cheese Pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with fresh vegetables, it’s a dish that will satisfy both kids and adults alike.

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