Orecchiette with Broccoli and White Beans

Ingredients

• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 shallot
• 1 3/4 cups cannellini beans
• 16 oz cooked broccoli (fat not added in cooking)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 16 oz dry orecchiette
• 1/4 tsp ground oregano
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 oz parmesan cheese (shredded)

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to packaging. In a separate pan, blanch broccoli for 2-3 minutes.
2. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add minced shallot and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, oregano, and pepper flakes until fragrant.
3. Add beans and cook until tender. Pour some pasta water and bring to boil.
4. Adjust heat to low then add broccoli, pasta and parmesan. Stir to incorporate. Turn off heat. Transfer to a plate then serve.