Family-Pleasing Penne with Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Beans
Family-Pleasing Penne with Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Beans brings tender vegetables and creamy cannellini together in a light, buttery broth scented with garlic. The penne catches the silky sauce while Parmigiano-Reggiano adds a nutty finish and gentle richness. Serve for a comforting weeknight dinner that balances hearty texture with bright, veggie-forward flavor.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- 2
Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost but not quite done, about 9 minutes.
- 3
Drain.
- 4
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 5
Add garlic and cook until golden, 2 to 4 minutes.
- 6
Add broccoli and cauliflower florets; cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, cover, and cook for 3 minutes.
- 8
Add beans, broth, butter, pepper, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook until the beans are warm and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Add pasta; cook and stir until heated through, about 1 minute.
- 10
Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- Calories 369.09 kcal Moderate
- Protein 14.55 g Good Source
- Carbs 50.14 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.69 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.9 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 18.11 mg Moderate
- Sodium 379.09 mg Moderate
- Fiber 8.39 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.55 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.13 g Low Source
- Calcium 463.34 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.26 mg Moderate
- Potassium 543.81 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 31.06 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 34.45 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.31 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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