Creamy Pasta with Broccoli and Pine Nuts

After a great meaty dinner at Fogo de Chao last night, Adam and I were both craving anything without meat. I had this pasta dish for later in the week but we gave it a shot.

I couldn't be more happy with the results, I am always nervous creating my own recipes, but I am getting more comfortable. This is great, has great flavor and could be very versatile.

Creamy Pasta with Broccoli and Pine Nuts (From: Myself)

• Ziti pasta (cooked to al dente)
• 4 T. butter
• 2 c. frozen broccoli
• 1/2 c. pine nuts
• 1 T. seasoning salt
• 1 T. onion powder
• 1 T. garlic powder
• 1/2 t. pepper
• 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream
• 1 c. milk
• 3 T. flour
• 3/4 c. parmesan

Melt butter in a large skillet, once melted stir in flour until you get a paste consistence. Add whipping cream, and milk. Stir with a whisk until smooth.

Add seasonings and cook over medium/low until bubbly and reduced.

Stir in parmesan cheese and cook until cheese is melted.

Add broccoli, pine nuts, and pasta. Stir together. Serve in bowls topped with parmesan and a dash of pine nuts.