Shrimp with Broccoli and Olive Oil

1 pound bow-tie pasta

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

½ cup chopped onion

4-5 cloves minced garlic

2-3 cups of fresh broccoli

½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes

1 pound large uncooked shrimp, peeled and de-veined

½ cup cooking sherry

½ cup fresh basil leaves washed and chopped

½ cup fresh parmesan cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions.In nonstick pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and saute onion and garlic until tender. Add broccoli, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes and cook until tender, about 6 to 7 minutes. Add shrimp and cooking sherry and cook for about 4 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and the broccoli is tender.Drain the pasta and transfer to a large serving bowl or platter. Add the broccoli and shrimp mixture and toss to combine. Garnish with basil and cheese.Serves six to eight.Cook#146;s note: Try this with gluten-free pasta.