Macaroni and Broccoli

1/2 pound or more of pasta depending on how many
1 large package frozen chopped broccoli or
1 head of fresh broccoli, cleaned, and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
olive oil
chicken broth
crushed red pepper flakes if desired
pecorino romano cheese

Boil water for the pasta and salt the water.

In a non stick pan, add olive oil and heat the pan.
Add minced garlic and stir but don't let it get brown.
Add thawed broccoli if using frozen or cooked and drained if using fresh.

Add a little chicken broth and white wine is optional.

Drain most of the water from the pasta and toss with the broccoli.
Serve with grated cheese.