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Broccoli Pasta Sauce
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Ready In: 13 Minutes
Servings: 6
An easy, tasty recipe for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
1 lb broccoli, separated into small flowerets, stalks peeled and cut into 1/4 inch julienne
2/3 cup minced scallion
1/3 cup butter
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 garlic clove, crushed to a paste
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup gorgonzola, cut into small cubes
1 pinch cayenne
1 lb linguine, cooked al dente
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
Directions:
1. Cook broccoli in boiling, salted water for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
2. Drain and refresh under cold, running water, and pat dry.
3. Cook scallion in butter until softened; add cream, basil and garlic; simmer, stirring.
4. Add cheeses and stir until well-combined.
5. Stir in broccoli and cayenne and salt and pepper to taste and cook until heated through.
6. Serve sauce over linguine and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
By RecipeOfHealth.com