Bowties and Broccoli

A close-up of bowtie pasta mixed with broccoli and sauce.

4.73 from 47 votes

This insanely simple dinner "cheat" is ready in minutes and will keep you full for hours. Bowties and Broccoli is my go-to lazy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Total Cost: $3.46 recipe / $0.58 serving

Servings:

Calories: 294.78kcal

Author: Beth Moncel

Ingredients

12 oz. pasta $1.00
1 lb. frozen broccoli florets $1.69
3 Tbsp butter $0.30
3 Tbsp grated Parmesan $0.31
Salt to taste $0.05
Freshly cracked pepper to taste $0.10
1 pinch crushed red pepper (optional) $0.05

Instructions

Bring a pot of water to a boil, then add the pasta. Boil until the pasta is al dente (7-10 minutes). Add the frozen broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water, turn off the heat, and let sit for 1-2 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp. Drain the pasta and broccoli in a colander.
Transfer the pasta and broccoli back to the pot (with the heat off) or to a bowl and add the butter. Toss until the butter has melted and coated everything. Add the Parmesan, salt, freshly cracked pepper, and red pepper flakes, then toss to coat again. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

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