Pasta with Broccoli

Pasta with Broccoli

Pasta with Broccoli

You will need: 

8  ounces Pasta (any shape you like) 

5-8  cloves Garlic, pressed in a garlic press or finely chopped (the more the better—really!) 

1  16-oz bag Frozen broccoli pieces 

2  Tbsp Olive oil 

1/4  cup Parmesan or romano cheese, grated or finely shredded 

1/4  tsp Dried basil and oregano 

1/4  tsp Black pepper 

1/2-1 tsp Salt 

1. Follow the directions on the package and cook the pasta in a large pot . 

2. About half way through pasta cooking time, add garlic and keep cooking . 

3. With about 3 minutes left to pasta cooking time, add frozen broccoli, bring water back to a boil, and cook for 3 more minutes . 

4. When the pasta is finished cooking, drain pasta and broccoli in a colander over the sink and then dump them both back in the pot . 

5. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss together. Add seasonings to taste .