Broccoli and Beef Pasta
Ingredients :
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14-oz.) beef broth
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked rotini pasta
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 can (15 oz.) Italian-style tomatoes, with juice (do not drain)
2 cups broccoli florets or 1 package (10 oz.) frozen broccoli, thawed
3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
instruction :
Combine meat & garlic in large nonstick skillet; cook over high heat until meat is no longer pink,
breaking apart with wooden spoon. Pour off drippings. Place meat in large bowl; set aside.
Add broth, onion, pasta, basil, oregano & thyme to skillet. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-high & and boil 10 minutes; add tomatoes with juice.
Increase heat to high & bring to a boil; stir in broccoli. Cook, uncovered,
6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is crisp-tender & pasta is tender.
Return meat to skillet & stir 3 to 4 minutes or until heated through.
With slotted spoon, transfer to serving platter. Sprinkle with cheese.
Cover with lid or tent with foil several minutes, until cheese melts.
