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Cacio e Pepe-Style Gemelli

with broccolini and garlic bread

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
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  • Vegetarian

Gemelli, gemelli, it's good for the belly! Especially when combined with a peppery and creamy sauce and tossed with tender broccolini. And we can't forget the bread! The crunchy and delicious toasted garlic bread. Gemelli, gemelli, goes down in your belly.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • 8 oz. Broccolini
  • Info
    7 oz. Cooked Gemelli Pasta
  • Info
    1 Ciabatta
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
  • 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
  • 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
  • ¼ oz. Parsley
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Salt

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    600
  • Carbohydrates
    65g
  • Net Carbs
    60g
  • Fat
    29g
  • Protein
    22g
  • Sodium
    1490mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Pepper
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Toast the Garlic Bread

    Spread butter evenly on cut-sides of ciabatta. Top with half the cheese (reserve remaining for sauce). Place on prepared baking sheet.

    Toast in hot oven until cheese is brown and melted, 8-10 minutes.

    While garlic bread toasts, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim bottom ends from broccolini and cut into 2" lengths on an angle.

    Stem and mince parsley.

  3. 3

    Cook the Broccolini

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add broccolini to hot pan and stir occasionally until tender, 8-10 minutes.

    Transfer to a plate. Keep pan over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Make Sauce, Add Pasta, and Finish Dish

    Add 1 tsp. olive oil and minced garlic and parsley to hot pan and stir occasionally until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.

    Add cream base, mirepoix base, garlic salt, remaining cheese (reserve a pinch for garnish), 1/2 tsp. pepper, and 2 Tbsp. water. Stir until sauce is combined and smooth, 30-60 seconds.

    Add pasta, broccolini, and parsley. Stir occasionally until pasta is heated through, 3-4 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with reserved cheese. Bon appétit!

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