Name: Elbows with Broccoli & Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Elbows; 4 Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 Clove garlic minced; 1 Pint cherry tomatoes halved; To taste Salt and black pepper; 2 Cups broccoli florets; ½ Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shredded

Elbows with Broccoli & Cherry Tomatoes

15 minutes

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This Elbows pasta with broccoli and cherry tomatoes is a light, quick vegetarian dish, dressed with garlic-infused extra-virgin olive oil, sautéed cherry tomatoes, and tender broccoli. Cooking the broccoli and pasta in the same pot saves time, while the final sprinkle of Parmesan naturally binds the vegetable juices into a delicate sauce—no cream or heavy dressings needed. Ready in about 15 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

8 servings

1Box Barilla^® Elbows

4Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1Clove garlic minced

1Pint cherry tomatoes halved

To tasteSalt and black pepper

2Cups broccoli florets

½Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese shredded

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil and sauté the garlic over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, until lightly golden. This step flavors the oil without burning the garlic.

Step 3

Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for about 2 minutes, until they start to soften and release some juices while still holding their shape.

Step 4

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Cook the broccoli and pasta in the same pot, adding the broccoli during the last few minutes of the pasta cooking time indicated on the package. This method saves time and keeps the vegetables bright green without turning them mushy.

Step 6

Drain the pasta and broccoli and add them to the skillet with the sauce, tossing well to combine the flavors.

Step 7

Finish with grated Parmesan or Pecorino and serve immediately. The cheese helps bind the oil and vegetable juices, creating a light, silky sauce.

Elbows

Elbows, Gomiti or Chifferi in Italian, is named for its twisted tubular shape that can vary in size and be either smooth or ridged. Pasta Elbows originated from Northern and Central Italy, where they are traditionally used in soups. Barilla^® Elbow pasta is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.

Shape

Short

Pack size

16oz

Range

Classic Blue Box

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