Quick Penne with Broccoli and Sun-Dried Tomatoes - Jazzy Vegetarian - Vegan and Delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 pound whole-grain penne or other pasta
• 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
• 1 jar (8 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 12 large leaves fresh basil, very thinly sliced, or 2 teaspoons dried basil or Italian seasoning blend
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄4 cup toasted wheat germ or vegan Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste