Indulge in a culinary symphony with our exquisite Angel Hair Pasta with Broccoli and Herb Butter recipe. This delectable dish tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. Tender angel hair pasta dances gracefully on your palate, while crisp-tender broccoli florets add a vibrant crunch. The pièce de résistance is the luscious herb butter, a fragrant blend of garlic, thyme, and parsley, which coats every strand of pasta in a savory embrace. This recipe also includes variations to cater to diverse dietary preferences, such as a vegan alternative with olive oil instead of butter, and a gluten-free option using your favorite gluten-free pasta. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this easy-to-follow recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive lunch spread.
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ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND HERB BUTTER
Categories Pasta Quick & Easy Basil Broccoli Fall Parsley Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix first 4 ingredients in small bowl.
- Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil. Add pasta and cook until almost tender, about 3 minutes. Add broccoli and boil until pasta is tender but still firm to bite and broccoli is crisp-tender, about 1 minute longer. Drain pasta and broccoli; transfer to large serving bowl. Add herb butter and toss well to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve, passing Parmesan cheese separately if desired.
BROCCOLI WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
This is a fast, easy, and delicious dish that I created during a sudden craving. It's garlicky and a bit spicy- but can be easily altered to be more or less of either. To make into a vegan dish, simply omit the parmesan cheese.
Provided by Melanie2590
Categories Vegetable
Time 11m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute garlic and red pepper for about 2 minutes.
- Add broth and broccoli. Cover and let cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to the prepared pasta.
- Toss broccoli, pasta, and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
- Optional: Sometimes I use a little olive oil and butter instead of just the olive oil -- it all depends on how many calories I feel like eating that night :).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.3, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 274.1, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.9, Protein 6.5
BROCCOLI GARLIC ANGEL HAIR PASTA
If you've got to eat your broccoli, this is a great way to do it. A beautiful side dish of broccoli and angel hair pasta with red pepper flakes is so delicious and so aromatic.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Hold a sharp knife at a 45-degree angle and cut the florets from the broccoli stems into a bowl. Chop remaining stems into small pieces and transfer stems to a separate bowl.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil with butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook garlic in the hot oil-butter mixture, stirring often, until garlic is soft but not browned. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes and salt. Pour chicken stock into skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir broccoli stems into the stock mixture and simmer until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Add a little water or stock if mixture starts to dry out.
- Stir broccoli florets into skillet and cook broccoli sauce until florets are bright green and slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and stir in angel hair pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta strands are almost tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large pot.
- Pour broccoli sauce over pasta, stir with a wooden spoon, and mix in 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Cover pot with a lid and let stand until pasta absorbs excess liquid and finishes cooking, about 2 minutes.
- Serve in bowls and sprinkle each serving with a dusting of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.9 calories, Carbohydrate 76.5 g, Cholesterol 38.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1053.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
ANGEL HAIR WITH GOAT CHEESE, BROCCOLI, AND TOASTED PINE NUTS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil.
- In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil. Over medium-high heat, saute the broccoli florets, stirring as necessary, 2 to 3 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and reserve until needed.
- Deglaze the pan with the stock, and add the thyme leaves. Bring to a boil and reduce by half. Add the butter and the goat cheese and stir together until the cheese melts. Keep warm.
- Meanwhile, add a little salt to the pot of boiling water and cook the pasta until it is al dente, about 1 minute for fresh pasta. (Cook packaged pasta according to the directions on the package). Drain the pasta well and add to the reserved broccoli in the saute pan. Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- To serve, divide the pasta among 4 heated plates. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and garnish with a sprig of thyme.
HERBED ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Looking for something a little more exciting than boiled pasta to serve with a chicken entree, Greta Igl found inspiration and just-picked flavor in her herb garden. "I love using fresh herbs whenever possible, she says, "and I have plants tucked all around my yard in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook garlic in oil and butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. , Drain pasta; add to skillet. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
GARLIC ANGEL HAIR PASTA
From Dalhart, Texas, Denise Baumert serves up a savory side dish with wonderful garlic flavor. "I add the cloves to the noodles as they are cooking for fast and flavorful results," she explains. At only 11¢ a serving, this pleasing pasta is a thrifty accompaniment to most any lunch or dinner.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, adding garlic to the water. Drain; discard garlic. , Transfer pasta to a serving bowl; add butter. Toss gently until butter is melted. Add the Parmesan, chives and garlic salt if desired; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH GARLIC SHRIMP AND BROCCOLI
This makes the best cream sauce I've ever had. It's a quick meal that is a sure way to impress company without the hassle.
Provided by Robbie Rice
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Melt 1.5 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in milk and cream; simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened. Mix in pesto, parsley, 3 cloves minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, white pepper, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer.
- Meanwhile, place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet. Saute shrimp, remaining 3 cloves minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon salt for 5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink.
- In a large bowl, toss pasta, shrimp and broccoli; pour sauce over and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 144.8 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1139.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and creamy butter will make all the difference in this dish.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking it until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Reserve some of the pasta cooking water: This starchy water can be used to thin out the herb butter sauce, making it smooth and creamy.
- Don't crowd the broccoli: When roasting the broccoli, make sure to spread it out in a single layer on the baking sheet. This will help it to roast evenly and get crispy.
- Use a microplane to grate the lemon zest: This will give you a fine, flavorful zest that will brighten up the dish.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the pan. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become mushy if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This angel hair pasta with broccoli and herb butter is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The roasted broccoli adds a nice crunch and the herb butter sauce is rich and creamy. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
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