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PESTO PASTA Recipe

Inspired by Dove + Deer
Time30m
Serves4

broccoli pesto, mezza rigatoni, toasted sunflower seeds, shaved pecorino

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Pesto

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Cook the Pasta

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the mezza rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

2

Prepare the Broccoli Pesto

In a food processor, combine the broccoli florets, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

3

Combine Pasta and Pesto

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta and broccoli pesto. Toss until the pasta is well coated. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more reserved pasta water.

4

Serve

Divide the pesto pasta among serving plates. Top each portion with toasted sunflower seeds and shaved pecorino cheese. Serve immediately.

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