Creamy Broccoli Pasta in 20 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. Three minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water.
2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not brown.
3. Reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli. Place one-third of the cooked broccoli in a blender with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
4. Return the pasta and remaining whole broccoli to the skillet with the garlic. Pour the broccoli puree over the mixture.
5. Stir on low heat for 1-2 minutes, adding more reserved pasta water if needed, until coated in a glossy glaze. Fold in the remaining Parmesan cheese and season with black pepper.