Broccoli Mint Pesto Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook until bright green and tender, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well.

2. 2

   In the same pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.

3. 3

   In a food processor, combine the blanched broccoli, fresh basil, mint leaves, garlic, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

4. 4

   Toss the pesto with the cooked pasta, adding more pasta water if needed to coat the pasta evenly.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

6. 6

   Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of pine nuts if desired.