Pasta with Broccoli and Prosciutto
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Cooking Time: Servings: 4 |
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Pasta with Broccoli and Prosciutto Recipe. A quick and light pasta dish for a weeknight supper. You have crispy broccoli combined with the rich salty flavor of prosciutto all intertwined with tender pasta. A meal in itself that won't weigh you down.
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Ingredients
water | 12 cups | |
salt | 2 Tbsps | |
broccoli crowns | 1/2 lb | |
olive oil | 2 Tbsps | |
red pepper flakes | 1/2 tsp | to taste |
garlic clove | 4 | crushed |
prosciutto | 1/2 lb | diced |
chicken broth | 1 cup | |
Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup | grated |
pasta | 1/2 lb |
Directions
- Bring the water and salt to a boil.
- Remove the florets from the stem and roughly chop. Dice the stems.
- Parboil the broccoli for 2 minutes and remove to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Add the pasta to the water and cook till al dente.
- In a saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the prosciutto and broccoli. Sauté for 4 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth and increase the heat. Bring to a boil.
- Add the pasta and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Coat with cheese and serve.