PASTA WITH BROCCOLI

SERVES 4 to 6

This is another great pasta recipe. It's best with fresh broccoli but also good with frozen. Adjust the cooking times.

INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 large garlic cloves, minced

1 bunch broccoli, cleaned, tough ends removed, chopped (about 8 cups)

Salt and pepper to taste

3/4 cup water

1/4 cup dry white wine

Hot pepper flakes (optional)

1 pound uncooked rotini or similar pasta, preferably multigrain or whole wheat

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for passing

Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for one minute. Add the chopped broccoli and stir to evenly coat with the oil. Add the salt and pepper then pour in the water and the wine. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is the desired tenderness, at least 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Add hot pepper flakes to broccoli, then the drained pasta. Stir well to combine. Sprinkle with the cheese and stir again. Serve immediately, passing extra cheese.

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