Step 1

Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the broccoli (1 head). Cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender. Lift the broccoli from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside, saving the water to cook the pasta.

Step 2

Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and fry the garlic (3 clove) and chilli flakes (1 pinch), if using, for a minute or so until fragrant. Crumble in the pork sausage (and fry until browned. Grate in the lemon (and squeeze in the juice. Add the cooked broccoli and stir.

Step 3

Meanwhile, bring the broccoli cooking water back up to the boil and cook the spaghetti (200 gram) until al dente.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, lift the pasta from the pan and toss together with the broccoli and sausage mix, adding a little pasta water and tossing until you have a glossy sauce. Serve with the extra mature cheddar (1 handful) on top.