Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Delight

One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Pasta You’ll Love

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Short, tubular pasta shapes work well; they hold cheesy sauce nicely.

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Monitor cooking time closely, stir occasionally, slightly undercook if needed.

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Short, tubular pasta holds cheesy sauce nicely for one-pot dishes.

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Frozen broccoli works; adjust cooking time since it cooks quicker.

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Prevent mushy pasta: monitor cooking, stir, slightly undercook if possible.

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Add protein: cooked chicken, bacon, tofu, or tempeh are great.

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Store leftovers in airtight container; refrigerate up to three days.

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Reheat gently stovetop or microwave; add milk/cream to revive sauce.

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Thaw frozen pasta overnight; reheat, adding more liquid as needed.

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