Garlic Broccoli Pasta

1-3/4 cups uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 garlic cloves, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Crushed red pepper. optional

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.

In a saucepan, saute garlic in oil until tender. Drain pasta; add to saucepan and toss to coat. Add the broccoli, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Makes 4 servings.