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Linguine with Broccoli




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 2 1/2 tsps salt
  
• 1 large brunch broccoli (1 3/4 lbs), cut into small florets
  
• 1 pkg (16 oz) linguine or spaghetti
  
• 1/4 cup olive oil
  
• 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
  
• 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
  
• 3/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
  
• 2 T chopped fresh parsley
  






Instructions



1. In 6 quart saucepot, heat 4 quarts water to boiling over heat. Add 2 tsps salt and broccoli; heat to boiling. Cook until broccoli is tender, 4 to 6 minutes. With slotted spoon, transfer broccoli to colander; rinse with cold running water. Heat water in saucepot to boiling; add pasta and cook as label directs. Drain and return pasta to saucepot. Keep warm.
   
2. Meanwhile, in 10" skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add garlic and cook just until golden, about 1 minute. Add crushed red pepper, if using, and cook 30 seconds longer. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper. Add broccoli; cook, stirring, until broccoli is coated with oil, 2 to 3 minutes.
   
3. Add broccoli mixture and parsley to pasta in pot; toss to combine.
   






Final Comments


Yield: 4 servings