Pasta With Tasty Broccoli Sauce

Babzy's Note:

This is really YUMMY and healthy too! You can also play with this recipe and add some sweet bell peppers, spicy crushed red pepper flakes or shredded cheese.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup chicken broth (I use Oxo)
• 1 bunch broccoli, chopped
• salt and pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 200 g pasta (I like whole wheat fettucini or spaghettini)

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan cook onion and garlic in olive oil over a low heat until onions are soft.
2. Add chicken broth and broccoli and bring to a boil, season with salt and pepper.
3. Cover and boil gently for about 10 minutes, or until broccoli is very tender, stir occasionally.
4. Place broccoli mixture in a food processor or blender with lemon juice and parmesan cheese. Pulse a few times until smooth.
5. Toss pasta and sauce together and serve.
6. Enjoy!

Reviews

[magpie diner]

This sauce is so quick to make, it was ready before I had the pasta boiled! I used a whole box of pasta, which was a mistake because the sauce was a little lost (the box was 300g), so I'll know for next time to only use about half. I made it without the parmesan and really liked the fresh flavours together. I served parmesan on the side for those that wanted it. Very nutritious sauce, I think you could use it many ways, and it might be nice to include some fresh herbs in it as well. Made for ZWT7, thanks Babzy

[Sackville]

I can't decide if this is best as a sauce or a thick soup. Either way, it's very tasty and easy to make. Great that it's dairy free too so it's pretty healthy and low-fat.

[marlowen]

I'm always looking for ways to incorporate veggies in to my family's meals. I hate veggies, but I really like this sauce. I also spread it on a tortilla, added cheese and my kids loved their healthier quesadilla! Try it! Thanks for sharing.