Creamy Garlic Broccoli Pasta Rings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 garlic cloves minced

• 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli

• Salt and pepper

• 1 1/2 cups pasta rings or ditalini

• 1-2 cups vegetable or chicken broth or water

• 3/4 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Directions

1. Melt the butter with olive oil in a skillet and add the garlic. When the garlic sizzles add the broccoli. Let the broccoli cook for 3-5 minutes until starting to soften adding a splash of broth if too dry. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Add the pasta and one cup of liquid and bring to a bubble. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Give it a stir and continue cooking until the pasta and broccoli are almost tender adding more liquid as needed.

3. Stir in the cream and continue cooking until the sauce is very creamy. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan and taste and adjust seasoning as needed.