Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

When water boils, add pasta and broccoli at the same time and cook according to pasta instructions for al dente.

Step 3

When pasta is almost done cooking, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and set aside. Drain pasta and broccoli.

Step 4

Return the pot to the stove and set heat to high; add 1 tbsp olive oil, when hot, add garlic. Cook until golden, reduce flame to low and add pasta back to the pot.

Step 5

Mix well, add remaining olive oil, grated cheese, salt and pepper to taste mixing well and smashing any large pieces of broccoli to break up.

Step 6

Add 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water and mix well adding more if needed.

Step 7

Serve in pasta bowls with additional grated cheese on the side.