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“This cheese-and-veggie-packed pasta side dish always brings compliments. Add chicken or shrimp, and you’ll have a well-balanced entree,” Lisa Csiki of North Windham, Connecticut suggests. “The tasty white sauce can be used on many foods. 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Has a simple flavor of the Garlic and dairy, not a lot of other flavors but delectable none the less. We added a chicken breast that I grilled to the top so there was some meat with it as a complete meal. If you are not making this for 4 adults or more try to make Half the recipe there is a lot of leftovers which is fine but not everyone wants so much left.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-06-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeTooth"},"reviewBody":"My husband and I really liked this. I think it would be really good with some other veggies in it too. I cut the recipe in half, but forgot to cut the cheese in half, so it was extra cheesy :) Other than that, I followed the recipe. It tasted homemade to me, but in a good way. Tasted fresh. Next time I will think about adding other veggies, maybe some corn to get a sweet crispness.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-03-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveScissors"},"reviewBody":"We didn't like this at all. Full of fat, and lacking flavor. And I'm not sure why this is marked as a \"healthy\" recipe. Broccoli included in a recipe doesn't make it healthy. It's basically a flavorless alfredo with mozzarella added. It was so bland, I added a bit of Better 'n Boullion and freshly grated mozzarella. Made it a bit better, but not enough to make it again. A big disappointment.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFlask"},"reviewBody":"Delicious recipe! It's a very tasty way to fix broccoli. I also like to add 3 cups of cooked cubed chicken to the recipe to make it a main course.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueController"},"reviewBody":"I may make this again and put on own touches on it. Family was not impressed.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldLocomotive"},"reviewBody":"Although my husband is a *meat and potatoes* type man, I like to fix this meatless dish, which he enjoys (**but not too often; add some meat to it for a really enjoyable meal**).","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanLobster"},"reviewBody":"Love this. What a great and different way to have pasta and broccoli. I also like to add about 2 cups of cooked meat to this to make it a main dish. Turkey, chicken, and ham work well. I might try this next time with shrimp or crab, what a treat that will be!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is not only easy, it is SO GOOD. When I decided to make this I expected it to just be ok.. it is a lot more than \"ok\", the sauce and cheese make it sooo good. I wind up using more pasta sometimes so I double the sauce usually. If you are considering try this, do it. You will not even miss the meat! 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We didn't like this at all. Full of fat, and lacking flavor. And I'm not sure why this is marked as a \"healthy\" recipe. Broccoli included in a recipe doesn't make it healthy. It's basically a flavorless alfredo with mozzarella added. It was so bland, I added a bit of Better 'n Boullion and freshly grated mozzarella. Made it a bit better, but not enough to make it again. A big disappointment.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"03\/14\/2018 23:05","GUID":"704cb232bb264789a141c38188ebf44c","MemberId":3762709,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"msu4two","SubmittedDate":"03\/14\/2018 23:05"},{"Comment":"
My husband and I really liked this. I think it would be really good with some other veggies in it too. I cut the recipe in half, but forgot to cut the cheese in half, so it was extra cheesy :) Other than that, I followed the recipe. It tasted homemade to me, but in a good way. Tasted fresh. Next time I will think about adding other veggies, maybe some corn to get a sweet crispness.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"06\/13\/2016 19:14","GUID":"e9d92891ca1f41d29f5e39143d09edc8","MemberId":6612040,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"PrplMonky5","SubmittedDate":"06\/13\/2016 19:14"},{"Comment":"
This recipe is not only easy, it is SO GOOD. When I decided to make this I expected it to just be ok.. it is a lot more than "ok", the sauce and cheese make it sooo good. I wind up using more pasta sometimes so I double the sauce usually. If you are considering try this, do it. You will not even miss the meat! Great for "meatless monday"<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"08\/18\/2013 10:58","GUID":"26170927290c4b0dacc292c126ab2aab","MemberId":7211957,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ClockworkOiDoll","SubmittedDate":"08\/18\/2013 10:58"},{"Comment":"
Very Good Recipe that we will make again. Has a simple flavor of the Garlic and dairy, not a lot of other flavors but delectable none the less. We added a chicken breast that I grilled to the top so there was some meat with it as a complete meal. If you are not making this for 4 adults or more try to make Half the recipe there is a lot of leftovers which is fine but not everyone wants so much left.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"05\/17\/2013 19:08","GUID":"9cc884fecfd549bd9c115f50e159081d","MemberId":6103712,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Kavslayer","SubmittedDate":"05\/17\/2013 19:07"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"04\/17\/2013 11:07","GUID":"03ed38590e4a4bbdae9bb49c4aaab567","MemberId":7229859,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"sweets13","SubmittedDate":"04\/17\/2013 11:07"},{"Comment":"
Made this for Thanksgiving and it got rave reviews and there was only about 2 servings left at the end of the day. Had great flavor and was creamy. Since I love cheese, I may had another more flavorful cheese to the recipe and a little more garlic. Otherwise, YUM!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"11\/29\/2012 12:12","GUID":"9cbd2ac0f0d44622bbdb00856dbb2cf5","MemberId":3299736,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LoriRW","SubmittedDate":"11\/29\/2012 12:12"},{"Comment":"
Love this. What a great and different way to have pasta and broccoli. I also like to add about 2 cups of cooked meat to this to make it a main dish. Turkey, chicken, and ham work well. I might try this next time with shrimp or crab, what a treat that will be!!!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"07\/06\/2012 20:43","GUID":"834A109DF6BD4768BF9D96CD858E6EA0","MemberId":282614,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ConnieK","SubmittedDate":"07\/06\/2012 20:44"},{"Comment":"
Although my husband is a *meat and potatoes* type man, I like to fix this meatless dish, which he enjoys (**but not too often; add some meat to it for a really enjoyable meal**).<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"06\/12\/2012 16:08","GUID":"7cb71fbb68b5495cb8adefc7f9c2bcb6","MemberId":2694585,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Joscy","SubmittedDate":"06\/12\/2012 16:08"},{"Comment":"
I may make this again and put on own touches on it. Family was not impressed.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"08\/02\/2010 09:55","GUID":"4faed437e681416495af89005a5e15a5","MemberId":5327712,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"kboo127","SubmittedDate":"08\/02\/2010 09:55"},{"Comment":"
Delicious recipe! It's a very tasty way to fix broccoli. I also like to add 3 cups of cooked cubed chicken to the recipe to make it a main course.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"03\/22\/2010 13:55","GUID":"DDB3CCDF087047C6B63070366C637685","MemberId":2820887,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Katriana84","SubmittedDate":"03\/22\/2010 13:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/04\/2010 23:51","GUID":"C34D764544118A8606860D5464275212","MemberId":146806,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"daisey5","SubmittedDate":"02\/04\/2010 23:51"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"05\/26\/2009 10:51","GUID":"381fa66392974449b0e43afc61e27d2b","MemberId":3094980,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"suzenbee","SubmittedDate":"05\/26\/2009 10:51"},{"Comment":"
My husband loves this one. He is more of a meat and potato man. This recipe has become part of our monthly menu!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"","GUID":"b09d99f0b2794ce2811e5b7a6e4b537d","MemberId":1507453,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"cntbailey","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2009 19:26"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"07\/06\/2008 20:54","GUID":"9a3e830507d9409084a58213a33c65b0","MemberId":2956702,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Heather","SubmittedDate":"07\/06\/2008 20:54"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"06\/04\/2007 23:27","GUID":"D4EC660D167349CF9912AD38F3DF88B6","MemberId":1040162,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ohtoobeetall","SubmittedDate":"06\/04\/2007 23:27"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"12\/11\/2006 11:34","GUID":"577843e638c64ebe9a80c7fa33a1c44d","MemberId":1310836,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"schlma29","SubmittedDate":"12\/11\/2006 11:34"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43644,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312156,"name":"Pasta Dishes","slug":"pasta-dishes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312091,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.","parent":310796,"count":2946,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/"},{"term_id":312163,"name":"Baked Pasta","slug":"baked-pasta","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312098,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for baked pasta recipes? Find baked pasta recipes including baked penne pasta, baked pasta casserole, and more baked pasta recipes.","parent":312156,"count":684,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/baked-pasta\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Cheesy Broccoli Rigatoni"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n