Ingredients
8ozpasta
1½lbsbroccoli florets
8clovesgarlic,smashed
2tbspextra virgin olive oil
kosher salt and fresh pepper
¼cupPecorino Romano,fresh grated
Preparation
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
In a baking dish combine broccoli, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
Roast broccoli for about 20 minutes, tossing half way, until broccoli is browned and tender.
Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot.
Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the water from the pasta.
Drain and toss pasta with broccoli.
Add ½ cup of reserved pasta water (or more if necessary), Pecorino Romano, salt and pepper to taste.
