Warm Lemon Broccoli Pasta Salad

Warm Lemon Broccoli Pasta Salad 8 oz. dry pasta bow ties, penne, etc 8 cups broccoli florets 2 TBS unsalted butter 2 -3 TBS extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves fresh minced garlic zest of one lemon kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste 2 TBS freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in the broccoli and cook for 3 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon to a bowl filled with iced water to shock the broccoli from continuing to cook and help it retain it's bright green color. Drain ice water and set broccoli aside. Add the pasta to the same pot you cooked the broccoli in and cook to al dente according to the package directions. In a large skillet, melt the butter and add the oil. Add in the garlic and cook for 1 - 2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant. Take off heat and add in the lemon zest and the lemon juice. Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with the butter, garlic and oil. Stir to coat, Add in the broccoli and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl, and add in the Parmesan cheese. Stir. Sprinkle some cheese on top for garnish and add a few lemon slices on top, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.