
Blanch the Broccoli:
Par-cook the broccoli so it stays bright and finishes quickly in the pasta.

Brie melts with a splash of pasta water to make a silky coating instead of a heavy cream sauce. Smoky mushrooms give the penne enough savory backbone to balance all that richness.
This pasta is rich, but not in a heavy Alfredo kind of way. The brie melts into the hot pasta and pasta water just enough to coat everything, while the artichokes, broccoli, and smoky mushrooms keep the dish from feeling one-note. The garlic, shallots, and red pepper flakes are important here. They cut through the cheese and give the whole thing a little more backbone.

Par-cook the broccoli so it stays bright and finishes quickly in the pasta.

Boil the penne until al dente and reserve pasta water.

Cook the garlic, shallots, and red pepper flakes in olive oil.

Toss in the artichokes, smoky mushrooms, and broccoli.

Add the pasta, brie, and pasta water until creamy.
Finish with black pepper and serve immediately.

Brie melts with a splash of pasta water to make a silky coating instead of a heavy cream sauce. Smoky mushrooms give the penne enough savory backbone to balance all that richness.
4 entrée portions — Serving size: About 2 cups pasta

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