Broccoli and Pasta Soup

This recipe has been in my files for a long time. Maybe you will enjoy it.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 3 -5  garlic cloves, minced
• 2  onions, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup dry white wine or 1⁄4 cup water
• 1⁄8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 8  cups broccoli, chopped
• 5  cups water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 lb pasta, short chunky (like small shells)
• 1  cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1. Bring a covered pot of water to a boil for cooking the pasta.
2. Meanwhile, combine the garlic, onions, and oil in a soup pot and sauté on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions start to caramelize.
3. Add the wine or water and stir well.
4. Cook until the liquid evaporates, 4 to 5 minutes.
5. Add the red pepper flakes, broccoli, water, and salt.
6. Cover and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
7. When the pasta water boils, add the pasta and cook al dente, 8 to 10 minutes,
8. Drain, and set aside.
9. When the broccoli is tender, puree about 1/3 of the soup mixture in a blender until smooth and return it to the soup pot.
10. Stir in the cooked pasta.
11. Add a little water if you prefer a thinner soup.
12. Top with grated cheese and serve.