1.30.2009

Pasta with Roasted Broccoli and Walnuts

Okay, so I used this one from the Real Simple subscription Andrew got me. It sounds fancy and looks fancy, and is delish, but VERY easy! And just a warning--it seems bland at first sight--but the walnuts and olive oil give it a rich taste. Anyway, if I can do it, you can! Enjoy :)

12 oz short pasta
1 bunch broccoli cut into small florets ( I used frozen, pre-cut...)
1/2 c. walnuts roughly chopped
1/4 c. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped (or the canned kind)
Salt & pepper
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 c. grated Parmesan

Heat oven to 400 F. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 3/4 c. of the pasta water, drain the pasta, and return to pot.

Meanwhile, on a rimmed baking sheet, toss the broccoli, walnuts, oil, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Roast, tossing once halfway, for 18-20 min, or until broccoli is tender.

Toss the pasta with the broccoli mixture, butter, and 1/2 c. of the reserved pasta water (more if needed). Sprinkle with parmesan before serving. Enjoy!

**PS--I added grilled chicken to it to give it a little more substance to be a "meal", and it was great.

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