Broccoli & Bow Ties Recipe

Name: Broccoli & Bow Ties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups broccoli florets (from 4 heads); 1/2 lb farfalle pasta (bow tie); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic; 1 lemon, zest of; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted; freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

8 cups broccoli florets (from 4 heads)
1/2 lb farfalle pasta (bow tie)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 lemon, zest of
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of salted water up to the boil, add broccoli florets, and cook for just 3 minutes; you need the water to cook the pasta, so do not drain; instead, remove broccoli with a large slotted spoon and place into a large serving bowl.
2
Making sure the water is still boiling, add pasta; cook according to pkg directions (about 10 to 12 minutes), then drain well and add cooked pasta to the broccoli.
3
While pasta is cooking, toast the pine nuts: place a small skillet over medium-low heat and add nuts to skillet; stir often--it will take about 5 minutes for them to toast; watch carefully so they do not burn; set aside.
4
Now heat the butter and oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat; add both minced garlic and lemon zest and saute for one minute.
5
Remove skillet from burner and add the salt and pepper, and the lemon juice; stir to combine then pour over the broccoli and pasta in the large bowl; toss.
6
Taste pasta and broccoli mixture and add more salt or pepper if necessary.
7
Sprinkle toasted pine nuts and parmesan over dish, and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups broccoli florets (from 4 heads), 1/2 lb farfalle pasta (bow tie), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Broccoli & Bow Ties falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli & Bow Ties

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