Italian Broccoli & Pasta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch broccoli, separated into florets (or 1 bag frozen florets)
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup fresh basil, chopped (adjust to your taste) or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (adjust to your taste)
1 lb rigatoni pasta (you can use any pasta you like)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (dried, to taste)
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, to taste (and more for serving!)

Preparation

In a large skillet heat oil and butter; gently brown the garlic. Add broccoli; stir gently. Add chicken broth, cover, bring to boil, lower heat and simmer until broccoli is al dente.
Add the broccoli mixture to the rigatoni and flavor with basil, parsley, pepper and cheese. Stir until combined. Serve with cheese to sprinkle on top. Enjoy!