Sea Shells Con Broccoli

Dive into a bowl of creamy comfort with *Sea Shells Con Broccoli*, a quick and satisfying pasta dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or a casual dinner party. Tender sea shell pasta and vibrant broccoli florets come together in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, infused with the rich flavors of garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. This 30-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and fresh, with the pasta shells capturing every velvety drop of sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pot wonder is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Whether you're serving it as a main dish or alongside your favorite protein, *Sea Shells Con Broccoli* is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Sea shell pasta
• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sea shell pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, bring another batch of water to boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter with the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 5

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.

Step 7

Allow the pasta and broccoli to warm through in the skillet for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1104.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2873.2

Total Fat 159.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 413mg	0%
Sodium 3937.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 88.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1167.1mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 889.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 38.1%