Lunch: Cheesy Skillet Macaroni with Broccoli

Recipe by Judy Kim We'll take our veggies stirred into stovetop mac & cheese from now on.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Cheesy Skillet Macaroni with Broccoli

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

kosher salt
1 lb. Macaroni
15 oz. can artichokes, rinsed and drained
extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. white wine
2 garlic cloves, grated
1 bunch broccoli rabe (1 lb.), trimmed and cut into 2" pieces
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
3 c. shredded gruyere cheese, plus more for serving
1/4 c. chopped parsley

Instructions

Bring an 8-quart stock pot of water to a boil and generously season with salt. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain pasta.
Pat artichokes dry with a paper towel. In a small skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add artichokes to skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1/4 cup white wine, garlic, and broccoli rabe and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until broccoli rabe is tender, about 5 minutes.
Add reserved pasta water, butter, and gruyere to skillet and stir until saucy, then mix in cooked pasta.
Garnish with parsley and Gruyere.

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