Best 8 Cavatelli And Broccoli Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of cavatelli and broccoli, a classic Italian dish that combines the hearty texture of cavatelli pasta with the vibrant green florets of broccoli. Our comprehensive article offers a diverse selection of recipes, each presenting a unique take on this timeless combination. From traditional preparations to creative twists, there's something for every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the versatility of cavatelli and broccoli, promising a satisfying and flavorful experience with every bite.

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BROCCOLI AND SAUSAGE CAVATELLI



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Hot and spicy crowd pleaser!

Provided by Susan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound spicy Italian sausage
½ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) package cavatelli pasta
1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, fry sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain, and reserve.
  • In the same skillet, cook garlic in olive oil until golden.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until done; drain. Three minutes before the end of the cooking time, add broccoli; drain with pasta.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the sausage, olive oil and garlic, cavatelli and broccoli, and Parmesan. Season with red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 45.3 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CAVATELLI AND BROCCOLI



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This is quick meal to make. Serve with garlic bread.

Provided by linda m

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
½ cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ pounds cavatelli pasta
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling water, blanch broccoli for about 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic until lightly golden, being careful not to burn it. Add the broccoli. Saute, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Broccoli should be tender yet crisp to the bite.
  • Meanwhile, cook cavatelli in a large pot of boiling salted water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and place in a large serving bowl. Toss with the broccoli, and season with salt and hot pepper flakes. Serve with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 234.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CAVATELLI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Categories     Gourmet     Dinner     Pasta     Sausage     Broccoli Rabe     Parmesan     Pork     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Fall

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound (about 2 cups) dried cavatelli or other small shell-shaped pasta
½ pound (about 3 links) sweet Italian sausage
1 bunch (about ¾ pound) broccoli rabe, tough and hollow stems discarded, washed well
1 garlic clove, minced
1¼ cups low-salt chicken broth
¼ cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Accompaniment: freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a kettle of boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente.
  • While pasta is cooking, squeeze sausage from its casings into a large heavy skillet and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring to break up chunks, until no longer pink. With slotted spoon transfer sausage to a bowl, reserving drippings in skillet.
  • Cut broccoli rabe into 1-inch pieces and sauté in reserved drippings, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown. Add garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Add broth and raisins and simmer until broccoli rabe is just tender, about 3 minutes. Add butter, stirring until incorporated.
  • Drain pasta and return to kettle. Add broccoli rabe mixture and sausage and heat through if necessary.
  • Serve pasta with Parmesan.

CAVATELLI, BROCCOLI AND MUSHROOMS



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A local family restaurant has a dish very similar to this one that has been a favorite for years. My friend and I came up with this recipe when we were unable to find one anywhere, even in Italian cookbooks.

Provided by Karen Marnell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cavatelli pasta
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
½ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • 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.
  • Place broccoli in a microwave safe dish with about 3 tablespoons of water. Microwave for 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and mushrooms until garlic becomes aromatic. Combine with pasta, broccoli and Parmesan cheese; transfer to a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Cover and bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 401.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CAVATELLI WITH BROCCOLI AND SAUSAGE



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This recipe is from the April 2005 issue of the All You magazine. Quick and easy, looks very yummy in photo.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 26m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces cavatelli or 8 ounces other shell pasta
1 head broccoli, large 1 1/2 pounds
8 ounces sausage meat, ground and mild
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste (optional)
1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste (optional)
1 cup cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • Fill large pot or Dutch Oven half way full of water and add salt if desired. When water is boiling add pasta, stir often, and cook to al dente. Set aside one cup of pasta cooking water before draining. Do not rinse pasta.
  • Wash and dry broccoli, trim and peel stems, cut into florets.
  • Over medium heat in large skillet, brown and mash ground sausage into bite size pieces. Transfer sausage to a large serving bowl and add broccoli, oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes to pan. Cook for approximately 3 minutes or until garlic is golden brown. Add chicken broth and cook another 3 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
  • Add mixture to sausage that was set aside. Add reserved pasta cooking water as needed to add moisture. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add grated cheese if desired.

CAVATELLI AND BROCCOLI OR ASPARAGUS (BUDDY VALASTRO)



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Make and share this Cavatelli and Broccoli or Asparagus (Buddy Valastro) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mums the word

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 bunch broccoli
2 garlic cloves, sliced thinly
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
4 cups cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Blanch broccoli or asparagus for 2 minutes, plunge in ice water.
  • In same boiling water you cooked vegetables in, cook pasta.
  • Heat oil in skillet, add garlic and cook til light brown.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add vegetables to the oil mixture.
  • Add drained pasta to the oil/veg mixture.
  • Toss to coat and grate fresh parmesan cheese over top.
  • Can add a cooked and diced chicken breast.

CAVATELLI WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND CANNELINI BEANS RECIPE



Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe and Cannelini Beans Recipe image

Provided by joanmarie

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling when serving
1 medium onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
3 cups cannellini beans, cooked till just tender and drained
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cavatelli pasta, cooked until just al dente and kept warm
1/2 cup pancetta, julienned and sauteed until crispy, drained
Parmigiano-Reggiano or Asiago, shaved or grated, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat the 1/4 cup olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until just beginning to caramelize around the edges, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add the broccoli rabe and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 3 minutes. Add the cannellini beans, chicken broth, crushed red pepper and basil and cook at a simmer, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced slightly and the beans are just beginning to break apart, about 15 minutes. The sauce should be brothy. Remove from the heat and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. When ready to serve, transfer the warm pasta to a large bowl. Add half of the sauce and toss to combine. Serve the pasta in shallow bowls, with more sauce ladled over the top. Sprinkle each serving with some of the crispy pancetta and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, to taste. Pass the cheese at the table for guests to add at their own discretion.

CAVATELLI WITH MUSHROOMS AND BROCCOLI



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Categories     Pasta

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lg. cloves garlic (minced)
3/4 c. olive oil
1 basket fresh mushrooms (cleaned and sliced)
1 lg. head broccoli (cleaned, cut into small pieces and steamed until tender)
3 lb. cavatelli (cooked in boiling salted water until tender)
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Saute garlic and mushrooms in olive oil until mushrooms are cooked, add broccoli and continue to saute until all ingredients are cooked to your liking. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss with cooked cavatelli add Parmesan cheese. Serve hot or room temperature. Serves 8.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for cavatelli that is made with semolina flour and broccoli that is fresh and green.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender-crisp. If you overcook it, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil adds a lot of flavor to this dish. Make sure to use a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • Season the dish to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately: Cavatelli and broccoli is best served immediately after it is cooked. This dish is not meant to be reheated.

Conclusion:

Cavatelli and broccoli is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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