1) Cook one pound spaghetti as per the label directions.

2) Drain and reserve 1/2 cup cooking water.

3) Cut and peel broccoli stalk and slice it thinly crosswise.

4) Chop the remaining portion of the broccoli into small florets.

5) Heat half of the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

6) Add broccoli, garlic and half the salt.

7) Simmer till the garlic turns light brown and the broccoli become tender.

8) Add spaghetti, 1/2 cup water reserved, remaining 1/4 tsp salt and a few grinds of pepper.

9) Cook for about 3 minutes.

10) Add red pepper flakes and toss to mix well.

11) Sprinkle with the oil.

12) Serve Broccoli Spaghetti with crispy garlic bread.