PENNE WITH BROCCOLI, GARLIC, AND BREAD CRUMBS
Steps:
- 1. Trim off any discolored base of the broccoli stems. 2. Slice the stems crosswise about 1⁄8 inch thick, letting the florets fall away as you go, until the whole crown is reduced to bite-size pieces. Include any small, tender leaves. 3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil (a pasta pot with a removable drainer is ideal). 4. Add the broccoli stem pieces and cook 1 minute, then add the florets and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. 5. Remove with a slotted spoon or skimmer and drain. 6. Bring the water back to a boil and add the pasta. 7. While the pasta cooks, warm a tablespoon or so of the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over low heat. 8. Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring, until the crumbs are golden brown. 9. Add a few more drops of oil during cooking if the crumbs seem too dry. 10. Scrape the crumbs out of the pan and set aside. 11. Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining oil, garlic, and pepper flakes. 12. Cook until fragrant, then stir in the broccoli. 13. Toss to coat with the oil as the broccoli reheats, and taste for seasoning, bearing in mind the salt in the cheese. 14. Remove from the heat if the broccoli is in danger of scorching before the pasta is done. 15. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the broccoli mixture. 16. Cook over high heat for a minute or so to evaporate any water clinging to the pasta, then stir in the bread crumbs and cheese and serve immediately.
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