Broccoli Pesto Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 3 1/2 C broccoli flowerets
• 1/3 C fresh basil
• 3 T pine nuts (or walnuts)
• 1 t garlic, minced
• 1/4 t salt
• 1/2 C extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 C fresh Parmesan, grated
• 1 lb pasta

DIRECTIONS

1. Follow directions on package to cook pasta.
2. Wash broccoli and place in a 1-quart casserole, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave 3-4 minutes, until tender.
3. Put broccoli, basil, nuts, garlic, salt and oil in food processor or blender. Process until mixture is smooth.
4. Add Parmesan and process several seconds.
5. Serve pasta and serve with Broccoli Pesto sauce

makes one cup sauce.

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