Pasta and Broccoli

with garlic, red pepper and grated cheese

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Created and Photographed by: Sabrina Russo

STEP ONE:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut broccoli in large florets. Add to boiling water. Cook 5-7 minutes, until tender.

STEP TWO:

Allow cooked broccoli to cool slightly. Chop into 1/2 inch or smaller pieces. Smaller pieces help turn this into a sauce.

STEP THREE:

Bring water used to cook broccoli back to a boil. Season generously with salt. Add rigatoni pasta and cook until al dente. Drain.

STEP FOUR:

Heat minced garlic and red pepper flakes in a pan with olive oil. Add broccoli. Season with salt and pepper. Add pasta water.

STEP FIVE:

Add cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to combine. Take pan off the heat. Quickly stir in grated pecorino romano cheese.

STEP SIX:

Add cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to combine. Take pan off the heat. Quickly stir in grated pecorino romano cheese.