Ingredients
- 1 cup gemelli pasta
- 1 bunch broccolini, cut in to 1 1/2 inch pieces**
- 1/2 lb. boneless pork loin chops
- 1 tsp. minced garlic*
- 1 tsp. salt, divided*
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper, divided*
- 1 tsp. olive oil*
- 1 cup water*
- 4 oz. herbed goat cheese
- 2 1/2 tbsp. dijon mustard*
- pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- * Common pantry item.
- ** If broccolini is unavailable, substitute with 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets.
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Add broccolini to pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking time.
- Meanwhile, cut each pork chop into 1/2 inch cubes and season with 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
- Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add pork and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned; add garlic, stir for about 30 seconds then remove from pan.
- Add water to pan and deglaze for 30 seconds. Add goat cheese, mustard and remaining salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Drain pasta and broccolini and add to pan along with the pork. Heat, stirring, for an additional 2 minutes or until pork is cooked through and sauce is creamy. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if you like.