Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Pasta with Tender Green Broccoli: A Hearty and Simple Winter Dish
Delve into the easy and flavoursome recipe for pasta with tender green broccoli – a perfect warming first course for chilly winter days.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 kg tender green broccoli
- ✓ 400 g pasta of your choice
- ✓ 2 cloves of garlic
- ✓ 50 ml extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ salt, to taste
- ✓ chilli flakes, to taste
- ✓ shavings of Sicilian pecorino cheese
📊 Nutritional Information
Pasta with tender green broccoli is a dish that captures the authentic, rustic charm of Sicilian cooking. Simple to whip up, it’s just right for those cold winter months when the broccoli is at its freshest. With its robust flavour and the versatility to jazz it up with all sorts of ingredients, this pasta makes for a crowd-pleasing dish that’ll satisfy even the fussiest of eaters. Imagine twirling a forkful of perfectly cooked pasta wrapped in the creamy softness of the broccoli, all lifted by the gentle kick of chilli and the aromatic whisper of garlic filling your kitchen. It’s a heartwarming culinary experience that delights the senses – ideal for a cosy family lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Boil the tender green broccoli in plenty of salted water until soft.
- 2
In a pan, gently fry the garlic and chilli flakes before adding the drained broccoli, mashing it lightly with a potato masher.
- 3
Cook the pasta in the same water used to boil the broccoli, then drain it just shy of al dente and combine it with the broccoli mixture, loosening with a little of the cooking water if needed.
- 4
Stir everything well and serve piping hot, generously topped with shavings of Sicilian pecorino.
💡 Tips and Variations
For an extra flavour boost, try adding anchovies, toasted breadcrumbs, raisins and pine nuts, or even some sausage for a heartier twist.
📦 Storage
- • Keep refrigerated for up to two days.
- • This dish freezes well for up to a month.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
We recommend serving this pasta alongside a good glass of Contea di Sclafani red wine, gently chilled to between 16 and 18 degrees and poured into ballon glasses.
Why not give this comforting, authentically Sicilian pasta a go in your own kitchen? It’s wonderfully simple yet packed with wintery goodness that’s perfect for sharing around the table with family or friends. Do have a go, and be sure to let us know how you get on – it’s the sort of dish that warms both bellies and hearts, time and again.
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