The light and velvety broccoli cream pasta is a light and tasty vegetarian first course.
The light and velvety broccoli cream is:
• a broccoli cream without béchamel;
• a broccoli cream without cheese;
• a broccoli cream without milk;
• a broccoli cream without cream.
A broccoli cream for pasta that is delicate and light based on water and without sauté.
An enveloping and delicate seasoning with an irresistible aroma.
Low-calorie and suitable for children.
Optional addition of some chopped dried tomatoes and crunchy crumbs.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Boiling, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 5.6 oz whole grain mezze penne rigate
- as needed Sicilian broccoli (boiled)
- a few dried tomato (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
- 1 pinch garlic powder
- 1 shallot
- 100 ml water (50 + 50 ml)
- 1/2 whole grain bread crouton
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (raw)
Tools
- 1 Chopper or Mixer
- 1 Pan
Preparation
Cut the broccoli into florets, score the stems with a knife.
Place the florets in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under running water.In a pot, bring salted water to a boil.
Add the broccoli florets and a pinch of baking soda to keep them bright green and cook for about 10 minutes until they are tender but not falling apart.Using a slotted spoon, gently transfer the broccoli florets to a container.
In the chopper:
• a handful of dried tomatoes [optional];
and chop.In the chopper:
• the boiled broccoli;
• a pinch of salt;
• a pinch of pepper;
and chop.In a hot pan, heat a sprinkle of garlic powder and the halved shallot.
Pour in 50 ml of water and bring to a boil.With the heat off, remove the shallot.
Pour the broccoli cream into the pan and mix to incorporate the water base.
If necessary, adjust salt and grind the pepper.Prepare some crunchy crumbs, I crumbled half a whole grain bread crouton.
Cook the pasta, rinse it under running water, and drain it.
In the meantime, heat the sauce, add another 50 ml of water to the broccoli cream and mix to incorporate until you obtain a homogeneous and velvety broccoli cream.Pour the pasta into the pan with the light and velvety broccoli cream, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, and mix to blend.
Plate the dish.
Grind some more pepper.
Distribute the crunchy crumbs.Your light and velvety broccoli cream pasta is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
Notes
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• start the meal with a large portion of vegetables [raw or cooked];
• a balanced meal must contain all nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats & fibers;
• always prepare it respecting the proportions and combinations indicated in your dietary plan.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How to replace Sicilian broccoli?
You can replicate the light and velvety Sicilian broccoli cream pasta recipe using other varieties of broccoli or cauliflower.
