(Prep Time: 05 min |Cooking Time: 10 min | Serve: 6)

Broccoli is known to be a superfood. It's low in calories but high in nutrients and antioxidants that help with a variety of human health issues.

Broccoli is high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Antioxidants can aid in the prevention of a variety of diseases.

INGREDIENTS

• 150 gram uncooked pasta
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, no stems
• 2 cups chopped capsicum, your choice of colour
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed and chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano
• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 tsp CLASSIC Spice Blend 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. When the water boils, add the pasta and broccoli at the same time and cook al dente according to the pasta instructions.
3. When the pasta is almost done, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and set it aside. Drain the pasta and broccoli.
4. Return the pan to the heat and turn the heat on high; Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, when it is hot add the capsicum. Cook until done, reduce the heat and add pasta to the pan.
5. Mix well, add the rest of the olive oil, grated cheese, CLASSIC Spice Blend to taste, mixing well and smashing any large pieces of broccoli to break up.
6. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water and mix well, adding more if needed.
7. Serve in pasta bowls with extra grated cheese on the side.
   
   **Optional:  Add cooked chicken for a boost of Protein.

Why This Is Good for You

1. High in fiber
2. contains antioxidants
3. Rich calcium and vitamin K
4. enriched with vitamin C
5. Rich in Iron