This is a take on Aglio e olio that I created after becoming addicted with the dish in Melbourne!  The steamed broccoli adds an extra oomph to the recipe allowing the chilli, garlic and oil to marinate into it.  It’s very simple and quick to make when you’re in a rush for dinner or have unexpected guests and need to impress.

Ingredients:

• wholemeal spaghetti, 2 serves
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped finely
• 2 tbs breadcrumbs
• salt
• pepper
• 2 tbs olive oil
• 1 - 2 florets broccoli, chopped into small florets
• 2 tbs grana padano grated parmesan
• 1 tsp chilli flakes

Instructions:

1. Steam the broccoli in a seperate pan and boil the pasta until al dente.
2. Once the pasta is cooked, set aside after rinsing through with cold water to ensure that the pasta doesn’t stick together.
3. Place a little oil in the pan and saute the garlic and chilli flakes.
4. Place in the broccoli swirling around with the garlic and the chilli.
5. Mix in the pasta and add the parmesan, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.  Stir until well combined.
6. Remove from heat and serve with a drizzle of oil, pinch of breadcrumbs and parmesan.