Mushroom and Broccoli Penne

Summary

• Difficulty:
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 8 oz. penne pasta
• 2-1/2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 2-1/2 cups (8 oz.) crimini or button mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 3/4 cup (3 oz.) Sargento® Artisan Blends® Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. Place broccoli in small microwave-safe bowl. Cover; microwave on HIGH 2 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender.
3. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; continue cooking 2 minutes. Add half-and-half; simmer 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in broccoli; toss pasta with broccoli mixture and 1/2 cup cheese. Transfer to serving plates; top with remaining cheese.

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