Cavatelli, Broccoli and Mushrooms

A local family restaurant has a dish very similar to this one that has been a favorite for years. My friend and I came up with this recipe when we were unable to find one anywhere, even in Italian cookbooks.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 465 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter
• 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) package cavatelli pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 3

Place broccoli in a microwave safe dish with about 3 tablespoons of water. Microwave for 3 minutes, or until tender.

Step 4

Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and mushrooms until garlic becomes aromatic. Combine with pasta, broccoli and Parmesan cheese; transfer to a 2 quart baking dish.

Step 5

Cover and bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated throughout.