GARLICKY SHELLS AND BROCCOLI
Pasta, Vegetables
Intermediate

GARLICKY SHELLS AND BROCCOLI

Quick pasta with broccoli, crispy garlic, olives, and parmigiano.

"SO DELICIOUS!" - Alexia

25 Minutes
Total Time
6
Servings
Intermediate
Level

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Pasta (shells or your choice)
  • 3 medium Broccoli Crowns, cut into pieces
  • 10 cloves Fresh Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 can Black Olives (sliced or halved)
  • Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (to taste)
  • Garlic Salt (to taste)
  • Sea Salt (to taste)
  • Red Chili Flakes (to taste)
  • Cracked Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup Reserved Pasta Water

Instructions

1

Steam the Broccoli

Wash the broccoli and cut into uniform pieces. Add to a large pot filled 1/4 of the way with water. Steam for about 5 minutes until bright green and tender, then drain and set aside.

2

Make the Garlic Oil Sauce

In a fry pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes to taste. Sauté until the garlic turns golden and slightly crispy, being careful not to burn it.

3

Add the Olives

Turn off the heat and fold in the sliced or halved black olives. Stir to coat them in the garlicky oil.

4

Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.

5

Combine Everything

Add the drained pasta to a large serving dish and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking. Add the steamed broccoli, then pour in the garlic and olive oil sauce.

6

Season and Finish

Add the reserved pasta water and season with garlic salt, cracked black pepper, and sea salt. Toss well and top with plenty of grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

7

Serve and Enjoy

Serve hot or cold—this simple, garlicky pasta dish is full of fresh flavor and comfort!