Shells with Broccoli

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• Pinch of crushed red pepper (optional)
• 1 pound shell pasta shape
• 1 head broccoli, cut into florets with 1-inch stems
• 1/4 pound pepperoni, diced
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In small skillet, heat olive oil over low heat until warm; stir in garlic, basil, oregano, salt and red pepper; cook stirring until garlic is soft, about 5 minutes (do not let the garlic brown).

Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta and broccoli, stirring, 10 to 13 minutes or until pasta and broccoli are tender.

Drain pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water. Place pasta in a large bowl.

Toss with garlic mixture, reserved cooking water, and pepperoni.

Sprinkle with grated cheese and serve.