Broccoli and Garlic Penne

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the penne, and cook at a roiling boil until the pasta is just tender. Drain, rinse under cold water, drain again, and reserve.

Step 2

2. Cut the broccoli florets into fairly small pieces. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the broccoli, and simmer for 2 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water, pat dry, and reserve.

Step 3

3. Pour the oil into a large skillet, and heat over medium heat until it begins to ripple, about 1 minute. Add the garlic slices and cook, shaking the pan, until the garlic begins to brown around the edges, another minute.

Step 4

4. Add the broccoli to the skillet, stir well, sprinkle with black pepper, and cook 2 minutes longer, shaking the skillet.

Step 5

5. Add the butter and penne to the broccoli and cook, stirring often, until the penne is well mixed with the broccoli, oil, and garlic, and the mixture is hot—3 to 4 minutes.

Step 6

6. Place in a serving dish, sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately. Pass the pepper mill.