Easy Beef and Broccoli Noodles

Name: Easy Beef and Broccoli Noodles
Ingredients: 8 ounces dried udon, ramen, soba, lo mein noodles, or spaghetti; 1 large crown broccoli (10 to 12 ounces); 2 cloves garlic; 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger; 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided; 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound lean ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the noodles; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish (optional); Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)