Creamy Broccoli Pasta

Step 1

Boil a large, salted pot of water. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. When the pasta is 2-3 minutes away from being done, you will add the broccoli to the water.

Step 2

Add the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat, and once it's melted, stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

To the skillet, add in the garlic, broth, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Let it bubble for a minute or so.

Step 4

Whisk in the cream and let it cook for a few minutes until it's thickened up to your liking, then stir in the parmesan cheese and take the pan off the heat.

Step 5

Drain the pasta and broccoli and add it to the skillet. If the sauce has thickened up too much, add a small splash of the pasta water prior to draining it. Season the pasta with salt & pepper (I'm generous with both) as needed and serve immediately with extra parmesan grated on top if desired.