Penne with Chicken, Broccoli, and Cheese

2-3 medium stalks broccoli - divided into tiny sprigs

1/4 c butter or margarine

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts - cut in strips

2 cloves garlic - minced

6 c dried penne

1/2 c dry white wine or chicken broth

1 c panna da cucina or heavy cream

3 1/2 oz Gorgonzola - rind removed and diced small

3/4 c shredded parmesan

salt and pepper

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• Cook broccoli 4min, remove from steam
• Melt butter in skillet
• Add chicken and garlic. Saute over medium heat for 3min or until chicken becomes white
• Cook pasta according to package
• Pour wine and cream over chicken. Salt and pepper to taste
• Simmer 10min stirring occsionally
• Add broccoli, cover until tender
• Add cheese, mix until it melts
• Pour cheese mix over pasta, mix thoroughly

NOTE: good cold or hot.