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Ditalini Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups ditalini pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Ditalini Pasta:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the ditalini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
  • About 3 minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water with the pasta.
  • Drain the pasta and broccoli together, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Combine and Serve:
  • Add the cooked ditalini pasta, broccoli florets, and crumbled bacon to the cheese sauce.
  • Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta and broccoli are evenly coated with the sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some of the reserved pasta cooking water until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.