Rigatoni con i Broccoli

Rigatoni with broccoli is a simple yet flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The broccoli is cooked until tender and then added to a flavorful sauce made with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. The pasta is cooked al dente and then tossed with the broccoli sauce. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Rigatoni con i Broccoli
Rigatoni con i Broccoli

Rigatoni with broccoli is a simple yet flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The broccoli is cooked until tender and then added to a flavorful sauce made with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. The pasta is cooked al dente and then tossed with the broccoli sauce. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

  • Preparing Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Served Person: 6
  • Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg
  • Fat 0 g
  • Fiber 0 g
  • Protein 0 g
  • Saturated Fat 0 g
  • Serving Size 1 1 Serving (0g)
  • Sodium 0 mg
  • Sugar 0 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Calories 0 calories

Step-by-step

  • Clean the broccoli, divide it into florets and boil it for eight minutes in plenty of salted water, drain it and keep the water to cook the pasta.
  • Prepare a very fine parsley and garlic mince, brown it in a large pan with two tablespoons of oil and a small piece of hot pepper.
  • Remove the chili pepper, add the broccoli florets and brown, stirring.
  • Boil the rigatoni in the water in which you cooked the vegetables, drain them al dente, pass them in the pan with the broccoli and brown them.
  • Pour into the serving dish, sprinkle with grated pecorino and a pinch of black pepper.

As a housewife, I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes that I can make for my family on busy weeknights. This Rigatoni con i Broccoli is one of my go-to recipes because it's simple to make and always a hit with everyone at the table.

The secret to this dish is in the sauce. The combination of garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes creates a flavorful base that perfectly complements the tender broccoli and al dente pasta. I like to add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top for a finishing touch of umami.

This dish is not only delicious, but it's also healthy. The broccoli is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and the pasta provides complex carbohydrates for energy. This dish is also relatively low in fat and calories, making it a good choice for those who are watching their weight.

If you're looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal, Rigatoni con i Broccoli is the recipe for you. It's easy to make, healthy, and always a crowd-pleaser.