Large Pasta Shells with Creamy Broccoli - Adre's Kitchen

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:00:09 GMT

Step 1

PREP TIME 10mins

Step 2

Serves 2 generously with leftovers or 4 with a side of something green.

Step 3

Cook the pasta in well salted boiling water until al dente, drain reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water.

Step 4

Meanwhile, heat the butter and olive oil in a medium wide saucepan until foamy, add the garlic, chilli flakes and tapenade and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the broccoli and mix the broccoli to coat with the butter mixture, add the cream and 1/4 cup pasta water, stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook, covered for 8-10minutes until the broccoli is tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Add half the broccoli and cream mixture to a small food processor (or with a hand blender) and blitz until a rough ‘paste like’ sauce forms. Add the sauce back into the saucepan.

Step 7

Add the drained pasta and with two eating spoons, toss the pasta to coat with the broccoli mixture. Season with lemon zest and lemon juice to taste. Season well with salt (if needed) and lots of pepper.

Step 8

To serve, add the parmesan (or leave to the side), basil leaves and toasted pine nuts. Drizzle with oil and pop the saucepan to the middle of the table for everyone to help themselves. Enjoy!

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