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Italian Broccoli Rigatoni




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 8 T olive oil
  
• 2 T butter
  
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  
• 1 bunch broccoli, separated into florets
  
• 1 cup chicken broth
  
• 1 cup fresh basil, stemmed and coarsely chopped
  
• 1 lb rigatoni, cooked al dente and drained (fusilli pasta may be substituted)
  
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  
• freshly grated parmesan or romano cheese, to taste
  






Instructions



1. In a large skillet, heat oil and butter; gently brown the garlic. Add broccoli; stir gently. Add chicken broth, cover, bring to boil; lower heat and simmer until broccoli is al dente.
   
2. Add half the basil and the hot rigatoni to skillet; mix thoroughly. Place in heated serving dish; top with parsley, pepper, cheese, and remaining basil. Serve with tossed green salad.
   






Final Comments


Yield: serves 4