Broccoli Florets With Sun Dried Tomatoes Over Penne Recipes

15 MINUTE SUN-DRIED TOMATO & BROCCOLI PASTA

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but add the broccoli to the boiling water when the pasta has about 3 to 4 minutes left to cook.
• In a large bowl, stir together the sun-dried tomatoes, flaxmeal, oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli, and toss to evenly coat.
• Add more salt, pepper, or oil to taste, if desired.

BROCCOLI FLORETS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES OVER PENNE!

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large pan add broccoli stir fry 2 minutes: add onions and stir fry 1 minute; add garlic, sundried tomatoes, chipotle, and Italian herbs stir fry one minute; add cup of broth bring to boil and lower heat.
• Cover and simmer till broccoli is tender about 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper if needed and top with fresh basil and sprinkle with grated cheese of your choice & or pine nuts .

QUICK SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND BROCCOLI PENNE

Steps:

• For complete instructions, visit the original site at https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/sun-dried-tomato-broccoli-penne

PENNE WITH BROCCOLI, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND DIJON CREAM

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Meanwhile, place the garlic in a large, heat-proof serving bowl that will fit partially in the pot. Add the mustard to the bowl and whisk in the half-and-half. Set aside or place over the pasta pot to warm while the water is heating. Once the water begins to boil, remove the bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until it is al dente, according to package directions. About 2 minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook 2 more minutes. Remove 2 cups of the cooking water. Drain the pasta and broccoli and tomatoes. Place the cooking water back in the pot and leave on low heat.
• Set the heat-proof bowl with the mustard sauce over the pot with the remaining pasta water. Add the pasta mixture and toss to coat and heat through. Drizzle with the olive oil and add the cheese. Toss again to coat and heat through.
• Garnish with a grinding of black pepper and a sprinkling of parsley before serving.

PASTA WITH ROASTED BROCCOLI, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Coarsely chop the broccoli florets and tender stems and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender with the edges crispy, 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and the pasta. Cook according to the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the pasta. Toss the hot pasta with the roasted broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup pasta water, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the reserved sun-dried tomato oil. Stir in the mozzarella, parsley and as much remaining pasta water as needed to make a light sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

PESTO PASTA WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• PASTA: Put broccoli in a microwave safe bowl with two tablespoons of water, cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave until tender, about 4 minutes. Stir once half way through cooking time. Remove, drain and set aside.
• Boil pasta in plenty of salted water until al dente. Reserve one cup cooking water, drain pasta and set aside. Return pasta to cooking pot and stir in sun-dried tomatoes, pesto sauce and broccoli. Add warm pasta cooking water and stir just until sauce is evenly distributed (you may not use all the water). Serve immediately.
• PESTO: Pulse garlic, pine nuts and manchego cheese until coarsely chopped, about the size of peas. Add basil leaves and pulse briefly to combine. With food processor running, add oil gradually in a thin stream to make a smooth paste. Add salt to taste.