ORECCHIETTE WITH BROCCOLI AND PECORINO

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Orecchiette with Broccoli and Pecorino image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 broccoli crowns, cut into small florets
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus for the pasta water
1 pound orecchiette pasta
1 1/2 teaspoons anchovy paste
5 cloves garlic, smashed
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup freshly grated pecorino
1 teaspoon lemon zest, from 1 large lemon
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  • Spread out the broccoli florets on a rimmed baking sheet and toss them with 1/4 cup of the olive oil and the salt. Transfer to the preheated oven and roast for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, add the orecchiette to the boiling water and cook until al dente, 9 to 10 minutes. Drain well, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water for the sauce.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, the anchovy paste and the garlic to the hot pan. Cook, mashing up the anchovy paste with a wooden spoon, until the anchovy has dissolved into the oil and the garlic has become softened and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add the pasta, the roasted broccoli, and the parsley, red pepper flakes, pecorino, lemon zest, raisins and pine nuts to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Add pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.

Waaris King
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This dish is delicious! The orecchiette pasta is cooked perfectly and the broccoli is still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese adds a nice salty flavor that balances out the sweetness of the broccoli. I would definitely recommend this recipe to an


Ghulam Dastgeer
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a hit! The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the broccoli. Overall


Teresa Goulding
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. The orecchiette pasta cooks quickly and the broccoli and pecorino cheese add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.


Joseph Alvarez
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. The orecchiette pasta is a great choice because it holds the sauce so well. I also love the addition of the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Shahzad Personal
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I loved this dish! The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly and the pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a quick and easy meal.


Malik Khalid Mahmood Tawri
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more garlic and salt. The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly, but the broccoli was a bit overcooked.


Amjad Muhmand
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This is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orecchiette pasta cooks quickly and the broccoli and pecorino cheese add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy me


zakria Gamer
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a hit! The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the broccoli. Overall


Julie Hellwig
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This dish is delicious! The orecchiette pasta is cooked perfectly and the broccoli is still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese adds a nice salty flavor that balances out the sweetness of the broccoli. I would definitely recommend this recipe to an


Precious Moeses
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This is a great recipe! The orecchiette pasta cooks quickly and the broccoli and pecorino cheese add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.


Shahim07 Khan
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I loved this dish! The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the broccoli. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyo


James A.K.A BIGMAN Nonetheless
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This was my first time making orecchiette pasta and it turned out great! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the broccoli. Overal


cing biaknuam
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The orecchiette pasta was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of the


Dipson Rai
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This is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orecchiette pasta cooks quickly and the broccoli and pecorino cheese add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy me


Randean Ritchie
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The orecchiette pasta is a great choice because it holds the sauce so well. I also love the addition of the broccoli and pecorino cheese.


mercy mossr
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This was my first time making orecchiette pasta and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I especially loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Bradley Saylor
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a hit! The orecchiette pasta cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy, just the way I like it. The pecorino cheese added a nice salty flavor that balanced out the sweetness of t


Grant Kitterman
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This orecchiette with broccoli and pecorino dish was a delight! The flavors of the broccoli, garlic, and pecorino cheese came together perfectly, creating a delicious and satisfying meal. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick a