Bowties and Broccoli

Bowties, steamed broccoli, and Romano cheese - Delicious!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 360 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ground black pepper to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, sliced
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 1 pound dry farfalle (bow tie) pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

Step 2

Place broccoli in a pot fitted with a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam 5 minutes, or until tender.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic, and cook 1 minute, or until golden brown.

Step 4

In a bowl, toss together the pasta, reserved pasta water, broccoli, garlic, remaining oil, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.