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Dana’s Delights – Broccoli Pasta with Mustard-Caper Sauce

4 cups (1L) broccoli florets                                  ½ cup (125ml) vegetable brothBroccoli Pasta with Mustard-Caper Sauce

2 tbsp. (30ml) extra virgin olive oil                 2 tbsp. (30ml) dijon mustard

2 tbsp. (30ml) minced shallots                           8 oz. (225g) angel hair pasta

2 cloves garlic, minced                                        3 tbsp. (45ml) capers

¼ cup (60ml) chopped fresh parsley

crushed red pepper flakes

½ cup (125ml) dry white wine
 

1.       Bring 3 quarts (3 litres) salted water to boiling. Add broccoli florets; cook 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. With slotted spoon remove broccoli to colander; rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside. Do not drain boiling water; keep over high heat.

2.       Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until fragrant.

3.       Add wine, ½ cup (125 millilitres) broth and mustard; stir well. Add cooked broccoli. Toss to combine.

4.       Meanwhile, cook pasta in reserved boiling water according to package directions. Drain.

5.       Add cooked pasta to broccoli. Add capers; toss to mix all ingredients. Top with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes, and serve.