Classic Broccoli Pasta

Classic Broccoli Pasta

A simple and satisfying pasta dish featuring tender broccoli florets tossed with your favorite pasta in a light garlic and olive oil sauce.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
25 min

Ingredients

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4 cup broccoli florets
12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic cloves
0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Add broccoli florets to the boiling water during the last 3-4 minutes of pasta cooking time. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

    3 min

  2. 2

    While pasta and broccoli cook, mince the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

    1 min

  4. 4

    Add the drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to combine. Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce, adding more if needed. Season with salt and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately.

Perfect With

garlic breadside saladroasted cherry tomatoes