Broccoli "Pesto" And Linguine Recipe

Name: Broccoli "Pesto" And Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces whole broccoli or 8 ounces broccoli florets (4 cups); 2 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano; 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves; 1 medium clove garlic; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ⅓ cup pine nuts; 8 ounces fresh eggless linguine; ⅛ teaspoon salt (optional); Freshly ground black pepper; 2 ripe medium tomatoes

Servings: persons

16 ounces whole broccoli or 8 ounces broccoli florets (4 cups)
2 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1 medium clove garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup pine nuts
8 ounces fresh eggless linguine
⅛ teaspoon salt (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 ripe medium tomatoes

1
Bring water to boil in covered pot for pasta.
2
Trim stems from broccoli and cut into florets.
3
Steam for about 5 minutes, until tender but firm.
4
Reserve 6 tablespoons of cooking liquid.
5
In a food processor, grate cheese to make 4 tablespoons; set aside.
6
Wash and dry basil leaves and pack into measuring cup.
7
Mince garlic in the food processor.
8
Add basil, olive oil and pine nuts to the food processor, and process until minced.
9
Cook linguine in boiling water, following package directions.
10
Add steamed broccoli to the other sauce ingredients and process until smooth.
11
If mixture is too thick, add another tablespoon or so of water.
12
Add cheese and process to blend.
13
Season with pepper and salt, if desired.
14
Serve over freshly drained pasta.
15
Slice tomatoes and serve on the side.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces whole broccoli or 8 ounces broccoli florets (4 cups), 2 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano, 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 1 medium clove garlic, and more.

Yes, Broccoli "Pesto" And Linguine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli "Pesto" And Linguine

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