Broccoli Cheese Pasta
Broccoli Cheese Pasta is a creamy, cheesy dish made with sauteed onions, pasta, fresh broccoli, and two kinds of cheese, all made in one skillet! It's a comforting and flavorful meal that is easy to throw together and that the entire family will enjoy!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 623kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) salted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 cups (480 g) chicken broth
- 1 cup (242 g) half-and-half
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 ounces Gemelli pasta
- 2 heads fresh broccoli, cut into small florets (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup (113 g) Muenster cheese, shredded, divided
- 2 cups (226 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
- parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth, half-and-half, garlic powder, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the pasta and the broccoli florets, stirring to combine. Make sure your pasta is completely submerged in the mixture. Cover and cook until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally, about 9-10 minutes.
- Stir in ½ cup of Muenster cheese and 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese.
- Top the pasta with the remaining ½ cup of Muenster cheese and 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese. Cover for 5 minutes and heat until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 623kcal