Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti and Roasted Broccoli

This is the perfect "I've had a rough day. I need comfort food." dinner.  It's full of flavor, good for you, and ready in about 45 minutes.  It's a one pot wonder.  This is a Hello Fresh favorite of mine. 

1 lb Broccoli florets trimmed

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 lemons

12 oz spaghetti

1 tsp red pepper flakes

20 oz raw, tail-on shrimp

1/2 cup chicken stock

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

6 Tbsp butter, softened

Adjust top oven rack to top position and preheat your oven to 450 degrees.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Wash and dry all produce.  Cut broccoli florets into 1" pieces

Zest and quarter both lemons.  Peel and mince the garlic

Toss broccoli on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.  I like to sprinkle with a pinch of the minced garlic.  Roast on the top rack until browned and a bit crispy, 12 - 15 minutes.  Sprinkle with half the lemon zest and set aside.

Once water is boiling, add spaghetti to pot.  Cook until al dente, 9 - 11 minutes.  Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain.

 While the past cooks, place 6 Tbsp butter in a small microwave-safe bowl.  Microwave until just softened, about 10 seconds.  Add half of the lemon zest and half the Parmesan, a pinch of garlic, and a small pinch of red pepper flakes.  Mash to combine.  Season with salt and pepper.  

Rinse shrimp under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels.  Toss in a large bowl with a large drizzle of olive oil, remaining garlic, salt and pepper.  Heat a large pan over medium-high heat.  Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque and cooked through, 2 - 4 minutes.

Add the chicken stock to the pan with the shrimp.  Add the drained spaghetti, roasted broccoli, garlic butter and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water.  Toss until everything is combined and coated in a buttery sauce.  Add a squeeze or two of lemon juice to taste.  Season with salt and pepper.

Divide pasta between bowls and top with remaining Parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if desired.