Creamy Penne Pasta with Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Pecorino
This one-pot pasta dish brings together the beautifully shredded Brussels sprouts sauteed in butter with a rich creamy Pecorino cheese sauce. Each penne pasta bite delivers a delightful burst of flavors. Spice it up with some chili flakes and you have got a dish that even the pickiest eaters will lo...
Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sea salt and the penne pasta and cook as per the box instructions until tender to the bite.
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While the pasta is cooking, take a large frying pan and melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the crushed garlic and red chili flakes, stirring until they become fragrant and sizzling.
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Add the thinly sliced Brussels sprouts and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sprouts are softened.
CHEESE SAUCE
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While the sprouts are cooking, prepare the Pecorino sauce. Add the grated Pecorino cheese to the heavy cream in a separate bowl, stirring it well to form a creamy blend.
ASSEMBLE
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Once the pasta is cooked, drain it immediately and return to the pot.
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Add the prepared Pecorino cheese sauce and Brussels sprouts mixture to the pasta. Stir everything well to combine and ensure that the pasta is well-coated.
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Taste to adjust salt or chili flakes as needed before serving.