Shrimp Alfredo with Broccoli

Preheat oven to 400 F. Cut the Ciabatta in half and set aside until step 2. Wash then rough chop the broccoli florets into 1/2-inch pieces. Place the medium stock pot on high heat with 5 cups of water and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt. When the water comes to a boil, stir in the fresh pasta and cut broccoli. Boil for 2-3 minutes until the pasta is cooked but still firm. Remove a 1/4 cup of cooking liquid then drain and set everything aside until Step 3.

Remove the shrimp from the package, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.Place a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and add 3-4 teaspoons of oil. (We recommend light olive oil.) Let the oil heat up for 3 minutes, then carefully add the shrimp to the pan. Sprinkle on salt and pepper and sauté for 2 minutes. Place the ciabatta in the oven for 3-4 minutes. Once hot, spread on the garlic butter.

Pour the Alfredo sauce into the sauté pan and bring to a low boil. Lastly, stir in the cooked pasta, broccoli, and the reserved pasta water. Cook for 2-3 minutes more until hot. Please turn off all heating elements.

Divide the pasta between 2 shallow bowls or plates. Serve the Garlic bead on the side. Sprinkle with the Parmesan Romano cheese and some fresh cracked pepper if desired. Buona mangiata!