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Pasta Side Dishes

27 Easy Pasta Side Dishes

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Recipe Roundup
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2-1/2 lbs fresh broccoli
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/3 c olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 8 ounces linguine or thin spaghetti cooked and drained

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
  • While pasta is boiling, cut the broccoli florets and tender stems into 1 - 2 inch pieces.
  • Heat oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium, then add the broccoli, garlic, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper.
  • Sautee for 3-4 minutes, until broccoli turns bright green and gets some brown edges
  • Add an inch of water to the pan of broccoli, then cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Drain any remaining water from the broccoli, then toss in the cooked pasta.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and top with grated cheese.