Craving a hearty and delicious pasta dish? Look no further than this amazing Pasta with Broccoli and Potatoes! This Sicilian classic is super simple to make and oh-so-tasty. Plus, it’s vegetarian!
Ingredients You’ll Need
To whip up this yummy Pasta with Broccoli and Potatoes, you’ll need:
- 1 1/4 cups pasta
- 1 pound broccoli
- 10 ounces potatoes
- 2.5 ounces grated caciocavallo cheese
- 1.8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Making the Magic Happen
First things first, let’s prep those veggies! Rinse the broccoli thoroughly. Then, trim the stem and separate the florets. If any florets are too big, you can cut them in half or quarters. Peel the potatoes and chop them into evenly sized pieces.
Now, grab a large pot and fill it with water. Bring it to a boil and add the potatoes and broccoli. Keep an eye on them as they cook for about 20-25 minutes. You want them to be nice and tender.
While the veggies are doing their thing, grab a large skillet (we’ll need it later for tossing the pasta). Heat some olive oil and sauté a clove of garlic until it turns golden brown. Once it’s fragrant, remove the garlic and set it aside.
Once the potatoes and broccoli are cooked through, drain them, but don’t toss that precious cooking water! Season the veggies with olive oil, salt, pepper, and the grated caciocavallo cheese. Mix it all up!
Time for Pasta Perfection
Bring that pot of water back to a boil and cook your pasta al dente. Remember to follow the cooking time on the package for the best results.
Now, here’s where things get exciting! Take about 2/3 of the cooked broccoli and potatoes and blend them until smooth and creamy. If it needs a little extra help in the creaminess department, add a splash of that reserved cooking water. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Pour that delicious creamy mixture into the skillet where you sautéed the garlic. Add the cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatoes (soaked and sliced), and give it a good stir to combine all those amazing flavors.
Plating Up Like a Pro
Divide the pasta among your plates. Top each serving with the remaining broccoli florets and potato pieces. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and get ready to dig in!
Nutritional Insights
This Pasta with Broccoli and Potatoes is a vegetarian delight! Each serving clocks in at around 430 calories, 14 grams of protein, and 6 grams of fiber. Remember, these values are estimates and can vary based on your ingredients and portion sizes. Unfortunately, this dish is not suitable for those with celiac disease because of the pasta.
Wine Pairing
The sources suggest pairing this dish with a glass of Contea di Sclafani Rosso Novello. This Sicilian wine is said to complement the flavors of the pasta perfectly.
This pasta with broccoli and potatoes is an amazing dish to add to your repertoire. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
