Linguini with Broccoli and Red Peppers

Colorful bits of broccoli and red bell peppers, sauteed in olive oil and garlic, are tossed with fresh linguine and dusted with Parmesan cheese for a quick, delicious entree or side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 393 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 pound linguini pasta
• 1 pinch garlic salt
• 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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 2

Steam broccoli with 2 tablespoons water in microwave for 6-7 minutes.

Step 3

In 10-inch skillet, heat olive oil and butter over low heat. Stir in garlic (more or less to suit your tastes) and red pepper slices; saute gently.

Step 4

Drain broccoli and add to skillet. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt and saute broccoli and peppers until soft.

Step 5

Toss vegetable mixture with hot pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.