I really outdid myself with this Creamy Broccoli Spaghetti with Toasted Breadcrumbs š¤¤ Not only one of the best pasta dishes Iāve ever made, but honestly top 5 that Iāve ever had. Itās SO GOOD!!! And it takes less than 30 minutes to make. You must try it!
Creamy Broccoli Spaghetti with Toasted Breadcrumbs
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 16 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt
- 1 lemon juice & zest
- 3 tbsp parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt & pepper
Instructions
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and season with salt and pepper. SautƩ until golden brown and set aside. Add 1 tbsp olive oil then the pine nuts to the same skillet. SautƩ until the nuts are golden and toasted. Set aside.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine ricotta, greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Set aside while you make the pasta.
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Cook your pasta according to the package and add broccoli for the last 3-4 minutes. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water then drain.
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Add the pasta and broccoli back to the pot and combine with the cheese, pine nuts and about 3/4 cups pasta water. Slowly add more until the sauce is creamy. Season to taste.
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Serve with the toasted breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese and chili flakes on top!
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