Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli Recipe (Creamy & Cheesy Copycat)

Pasta House Pasta Con Broccoli Recipe (Creamy & Cheesy Copycat)

This creamy Pasta Con Broccoli recipe is a spot-on copycat of the famous dish served at The Pasta House Co. It combines tender pasta, fresh broccoli, mushrooms, and a rich cheese-cream sauce for the ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup milk
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Directions

1. Cook Pasta & Broccoli:
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for about 8 minutes. Add broccoli to the same pot and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, until both are tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Garlic & Mushrooms (Optional):
4. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and mushrooms, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
5. Make the Sauce:
6. Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously to make a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened (about 4–5 minutes).
7. Add Cheese & Seasoning:
8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Let the sauce simmer on low until cheese is fully melted.
9. Combine:
10. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly. Cook another 1–2 minutes to warm through.
11. Serve:
12. Garnish with more Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired. Serve hot.