Creamy Broccoli Pasta


In my urgency to clear the house of leavened foodstuff, I must cook all our pasta.  I won't throw any away and my neighbors are all clearing their houses out, as well.  No one local, to give it to.  We are literally, being forced to eat pasta.  Oh, poor us.  (Evil Grin)


I particularly like this dish because it is light, despite the cream and the cheese.  I am sure, it has the calories but it does not leave one, bloated.  It has a subtle flavor and is enjoyable.

Creamy Broccoli Pasta


Ingredients:


1 - 2 cups broccoli, chopped
8 ounces shells (pasta) (Gluten-free)
1/2 cup cream
1/4 cup cream cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon Mediterranean seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder


Method:


Cook pasta according to package directions.  Add broccoli, 3 minutes before pasta is cooked.
Put both pasta and broccoli in bowl.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix with pasta.  If it is not warm enough, and you have a microwave, heat the dish, for a minute.
Serve and enjoy.


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Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 23, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    I was going to make seafood salad tonight, but this might be made instead!

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  2. NupurMarch 23, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    with heavy cream and cheese, am sure this pasta would taste amazing.. broccoli is just for fun here :)

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  3. UnknownMarch 23, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    So simple and sounds delicious.

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  4. kitchen flavoursMarch 24, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Love the simplicity of this delicious looking pasta! And love the addition of broccoli!

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  5. SKIP TO MALOUMarch 24, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    simple yet creamy-licious. just the way i want it.. pasta or not pasta.
    sending my love from the Philippines,
    Malou

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  6. JoanneMarch 24, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    Did you say creamy? Oh yes...this is what I'm craving.

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  7. CathleenMarch 24, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    Wow, this looks too good. There are never too many recipes with broccoli, I love it!

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  8. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeMarch 24, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Oh, this looks like a simple and yummy pasta dish! Thanks for sharing :)

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  9. That GirlMarch 24, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    We had pasta last night for the same reason - and pasta in our lunches all last week and next week.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 25, 2012 at 5:20 AM

    I'm adding this to our menu for next week :) Thanks

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  11. CarrieMarch 29, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Hey Bizzy! So happy you stopped by and added your recipe with us at Kids in the Kitchen. Great yummy dish you shared. Hope to see you again next Tuesday and again thanks for linking up with us. Have a great week. Carrie-young living oil lady :)

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  12. UnknownApril 2, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    This one may be the solution for tonight! From Kids in the Kitchen ;) linking up again Tues!

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