Noodles with Pesto, Parmesan and Broccoli

1. 1

   Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.

2. 2

   Drain noodles, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add onion, garlic and dried red pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add broccoli and 1/4 cup reserved noodle cooking liquid.

6. 6

   Cover pot and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.

7. 7

   Add noodles, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and pesto.

8. 8

   Toss until noodles are evenly coated, adding remaining reserved liquid by tablespoonfuls if mixture is dry.

9. 9

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Transfer mixture to large bowl.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.

No nutritional information available.

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