Linguine with Skate and Broccoli: Linguine Sugo di Razza e Broccoli

Ingredients

• 0.5 pound broccoli cut into florets
• 2 cloves garlic sliced
• 1.5 pounds pasta 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
• 1 bunch parsley italian chopped
• 2 pounds boned skate wing cleaned cut into 3-inch pieces
• 2 cups tomatoes crushed

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan

Directions

1. Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the skate, garlic, and parsley. Cook over high heat for 5 minutes, then add the tomatoes, broccoli, and salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook the linguine in the boiling water according to the package directions, until tender yet al dente.
4. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the skate sauce. Toss over high heat 1 minute and serve, evenly divided among 6 warm pasta bowls.