Broccoli Florets With Sun Dried Tomatoes Over Penne Food

BROCCOLI FLORETS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES OVER PENNE!

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large pan add broccoli stir fry 2 minutes: add onions and stir fry 1 minute; add garlic, sundried tomatoes, chipotle, and Italian herbs stir fry one minute; add cup of broth bring to boil and lower heat.
• Cover and simmer till broccoli is tender about 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper if needed and top with fresh basil and sprinkle with grated cheese of your choice & or pine nuts .

PASTA WITH ROASTED BROCCOLI, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Coarsely chop the broccoli florets and tender stems and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender with the edges crispy, 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and the pasta. Cook according to the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the pasta. Toss the hot pasta with the roasted broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup pasta water, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the reserved sun-dried tomato oil. Stir in the mozzarella, parsley and as much remaining pasta water as needed to make a light sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

STEAMED BROCCOLI FLORETS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil, water, prepared mustard, salt, pepper and ground mustard. Set aside. , Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Place in a serving bowl. Whisk dressing; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat.

PENNE WITH BROCCOLI AND TOMATOES

Steps:

• Coook pasta according to package directions.
• Cook broccoli until tender crisp; drain and set aside.
• Combine broth, onion, and garlic in 11-inch nonstick skillet or Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until liquid has evaportated and onion is tender, about 5 minutes; remove from heat. Add broccoli, cherry tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes.
• Whisk together evaporated milk and cornstarch in medium bowl until smooth; whisk in eggs and basil. Pour egg mixture over pasta. Bring to a simmer on medium heat. Stir mixture constantly, just until sauce thickens; remove from heat.
• Add onion/tomato mixture.
• Sprinkle cheese over top and serve.