BEST Pasta Broccolini

Looking to whip up a quick and delicious pasta dish? This Pasta Broccolini recipe is just what you need! With a perfect blend of spicy Calabrian chili oil, garlic, and the crisp freshness of broccolini, this pasta dish will become a family favorite. Let’s dive into the ingredients and steps to make this mouthwatering recipe.

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Pasta Broccolini 🤩 2 bundles of broccolini (stems cut off) At least 1/4 cup of good extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp of Calabrian chili oil 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper 7-8 cloves of sliced garlic 1 tsp of kosher salt 1 tsp of cracked black pepper 1 lb. of spaghetti 1/2 cup of dry white Italian wine (e.g., Dogajolo Toscano) About 1/4 cup of Pecorino Romano Cheese Salt and pepper to taste Garnish: chopped fresh parsley, basil, and more Pecorino Romano #broccolini #pastarecipe

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Pasta Broccolini is an easy main course with bundles of broccolini, at least 1/4 cup of good extra virgin olive oil, and calabrian chili oil in every delicious bite.

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Prep Time 40 minutes mins

Cook Time 17 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  

• 2 bundles of broccolini stems cut off
• At least 1/4 cup of good extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp of Calabrian chili oil
• 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper
• 7-8 cloves of sliced garlic
• 1 tsp of kosher salt
• 1 tsp of cracked black pepper
• 1 lb. of spaghetti
• 1/2 cup of dry white Italian wine e.g., Dogajolo Toscano
• About 1/4 cup of Pecorino Romano Cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Garnish: chopped fresh parsley basil, and more Pecorino Romano

Method

 

Prepare the Broccolini:

1. Chop off the stems of the broccolini and wash them thoroughly.

Sauté the Broccolini:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add Calabrian chili oil and broccolini. Sauté for about 5 minutes and season with kosher salt.

Prepare the Pasta:

1. Start boiling a pot of water and heavily salt it.
2. Once boiling, add spaghetti and boil for two minutes less than the box directions indicate.

Enhance the Broccolini:

1. Add garlic, crushed red pepper, and cracked black pepper to the broccolini. Sauté for a few more minutes, adjusting olive oil if needed.

Deglaze and Simmer:

1. Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup of white wine. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to burn off and the broccolini to soften.
2. Add 1/2 cup of pasta water to the skillet and simmer, reducing for a few more minutes.

Combine and Season:

1. Add the pasta directly to the pan a couple of minutes before it’s done. Mix it with the other ingredients and let it simmer a bit.
2. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

Add the Finishing Touches:

1. Turn off the heat and immediately add Pecorino Romano to the pan, tossing to combine.
2. Transfer the pasta to a family-sized serving bowl and mix in the broccolini and sauce.

Garnish and Serve:

1. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, basil, and freshly grated Pecorino Romano.
2. Serve with garlic bread for a complete and delightful meal.

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Notes

• Al dente pasta: Boil the pasta slightly less than the suggested time on the box for that perfect, slightly firm texture.
• Toss before serving: Make sure to mix the pasta and sauce just before serving to retain the flavors.
• Customize the heat: Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of Calabrian chili oil and crushed red pepper.
• Freshness matters: Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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