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Orecchiette with broccoli, lemon and almonds

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Ingredients for 2 servings:

  • 200 g pasta (orecchiette)
  • salt water
  • 30 g butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, squeezed
  • 1 tsp lemon peel, untreated, grated
  • 200 g broccoli
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 60 ml vegetable stock
  • 35 g almond flakes, roasted
  • 35 g Parmesan, grated

Instructions

Working time approx. 25 minutes; Total time approx. 25 minutes

Cook the orecchiette in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside. Sauté the butter, garlic, and lemon zest in a saucepan for 1 minute. Then add the broccoli and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Then add the lemon juice, broth, salt, pepper, and the pasta. Mix well. Sprinkle with the almonds and Parmesan cheese.

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Written by John Myers

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