Use the florets only. The stalks turn it ‘pungent brassica’. Add to soups or stews that have stronger flavours.
Ingredients
2 cups | Broccoli florets, (200g) (Main) |
2 ¼ cups | Shell pasta, (200g) (Main) |
1 large | Garlic clove, crushed |
1 cup | Mint leaves (Main) |
1 serving | Salt and freshly ground black pepper |
¼ cup | Extra virgin olive oil |
1 | Lemon, finely grated rind and juice |
Garnish
1 sprinkle | Grated parmesan cheese |
¼ cup | Chopped walnuts |
Directions
- Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Add the florets. Cook until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove them to a food processor.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water. Cook until just tender. Reserve a 1/2 cup of the water.
- Meanwhile, add the garlic to the broccoli and mix until smooth. Add the mint and seasonings. Pulse until smooth then — with the motor still running — slowly drizzle in the oil.
- Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl. Add the broccoli mixture, lemon rind and juice. Toss to coat evenly adding enough reserved cooking water to make it 'saucy'.
- Serve garnished with the parmesan and walnuts.
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