BROCCOLI AND PASTA MIX 
1 bunch broccoli
1/2 tsp. salt
1 box (8 oz.) ziti or rigatoni pasta
1/2 c. olive oil
6 tbsp. butter
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. red pepper
3 firm fresh tomatoes, quartered & seeded
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Steam with salt about 10 minutes or until tender. Cook pasta according to package directions. Heat olive oil, butter, garlic and red pepper. Toss broccoli in the oil mixture and pour over pasta. Recipe can be prepared to this point and kept warm. When ready to serve, toss pasta mixture with tomatoes and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

 

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