One-Pot Broccoli Cheese Pasta

• servings: 6 servings
• total time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 small yellow onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 lb. fusilli

1 medium head broccoli, cut into small florets

3 1/2 c. water

2 c. half-and-half

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

2 c. shredded cheddar

1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.

Add pasta and broccoli, then stir in water and half-and-half. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, 12 to 14 minutes.

Add cheeses and stir until melted.

Nutrition

• Calories: 651
• Total Fat: 29 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 74 mg
• Sodium: 1074 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 65 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6 g
• Total Sugars: 8 g
• Protein: 29 g