We love an easy one-pot dinner for the simplicity and the cleanup. This one-pot creamy pasta is kind of like the grown-up version of mac & cheese, but even easier and better. The broccoli is in no way hidden, but it’s a great way to sneak in an extra serving of greens, and even the pickiest of eaters will eat their vegetables if they are coated in cheese. 😉 Throw everything together, and you’ve got yourself a delicious, no-fuss meal in a little more then 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
- 1small yellow onion, chopped
- 2cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb.fusilli
- 1medium head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 3 1/2 c.water
- 2 c.half-and-half
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 c.shredded cheddar
- 1/2 c.freshly grated Parmesan
Directions
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- Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
- Step 2Add pasta and broccoli, then stir in water and half-and-half. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, 12 to 14 minutes.
- Step 3Add cheeses and stir until melted.
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