Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
Ingredients
Directions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Remove to a colander; reserve the pasta water for later use.
Add broccoli to a microwave-safe container along with 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook on High until bright green and tender with a bite, about 4 minutes. Drain; season with salt. Keep warm.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet or saucepan over low heat. Stir in cream and allow to simmer, stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes.
Add cheese and garlic, stirring continuously, until cheese is melted. Stir in nutmeg and remove from heat. sauce is too thick, stir in a bit of reserved pasta water. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
To serve, combine cooked pasta, cooked broccoli, and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs, if desired.
Cook’s Note
4 minutes is plenty of time for bright green broccoli with a tender bite. If you prefer more tender broccoli, cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
Freshly-grated Parmesan works best in this recipe. Purchased grated Parmesan often has an anti-caking ingredient that may prevent a smooth sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 608 | Calories |
| 45g | Fat |
| 36g | Carbs |
| 20g | Protein |
