Broccoli Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients

Salt and pepper

to taste

Parmesan cheese

1 cup, grated

Red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Broccoli

2 cups, cut into florets

Pasta

200 grams

Instructions

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta as per the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
2. In the meantime, steam the broccoli florets in a steamer or a pot with a little water until they become tender. This should take about 5 minutes. Set aside.
3. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, allowing them to cook for 1-2 minutes until they release their fragrant aroma.
4. Add the cooked pasta and steamed broccoli to the skillet, tossing them gently in the aromatic oil to combine.
5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, adding salt and pepper to taste. Mix well, allowing the cheese to melt and coat the pasta and broccoli evenly.
6. Allow the dish to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
7. Serve the pasta hot, garnishing it with a little extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your meal!