Broccoli Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:

• 250g pasta (any type you prefer)

• 1 small head of broccoli (cut into small florets)

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves (finely minced)

• A pinch of chili flakes (optional)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or any available cheese)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Juice of half a lemon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cooking the Pasta:

• In a large pot, bring water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and cook the pasta until it’s almost done (al dente).

• Before draining, save one cup of pasta water.

2. Cooking the Broccoli:

• In the same pot, add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.

• Drain and set aside.

3. Preparing the Sauce:

• In a large pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (avoid browning too much).

• If using chili flakes, add them at this stage.

4. Combining Everything:

• Add the broccoli to the garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.

• Then, mix in the cooked pasta and stir everything together.

• If needed, add some reserved pasta water for extra sauce.

5. Final Touches:

• Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheese until well combined.

• If you like a citrusy touch, drizzle some lemon juice over the pasta.

6. Serving:

• Serve hot with extra cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper on top