When we talk about Italian food, who doesn't know about pizza, pasta, etc... Beside almost everybody like the taste, it's also easy to make and fast. There are so many recipes of them, but I am sure that these recipes below are worth to try.
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Sunday, February 3, 2008

PASTA AND BROCCOLI


makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients:
1 bunch broccoli
1 package (16 ounces / 450 g) ziti macaroni
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup (90 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup (125 ml) grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup (60 ml) butter
¼ cup (60 ml) chicken broth
3 tablespoons (45 ml) white wine

How to make:
1. Trim leaves from broccoli stalks. Trim ends of stalks. Cut broccoli into flowerets by removing each head to include a small piece of stem. Peel stalks, then cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces.
2. To steam broccoli, bring 2 inches (5cm) if water in large sauce pan to a boil over high heat. Place broccoli in metal steamer into saucepan. Water should not touch broccoli. Cover pan; steam 10 minutes until broccoli is tender. Add water, as necessary, to prevent pan from boiling dry.
3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain in colander.
4. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir garlic in hot oil until golden.
5. Add broccoli; cook and stir 3-4 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, butter, chicken broth, and wine; stir. Reduce heat to low. Simmer until cheese melts.
6. Pour sauce over ziti in large bowl; toss gently to coat. Garnish as desired.

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