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Fusilli in Broccoli and Pine Nut Sauce Recipe

Fusilli in Broccoli and Pine Nut Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 head broccoli (about 1 1/4 lb)
3 garlic cloves
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tbsp olive oil
12 oz whole wheat fusilli
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
ground black pepper , to taste

Directions:

Separate the broccoli florets from stalks. Chop the florets into small pieces and set aside.
Using a vegetable peeler, remove the tough outer skin from teh stalks. Cut the peeled stalks into 1 inches chinks.
In a medium saucepan, combine the garlic, salt, and water. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli stalks, reduce heat, cover and simmer until very tender, 15-20 minute.
Transfer the broccoli stalks, garlic, and cooking liquid to a food processor. Add the pine nuts and oil, then process until smooth.
Cook the pasta to package directions until nearly tender, about 5 minute.
Add the reserved broccoli florets and continue cooking until the pasta and broccoli are tender, about another 5 minute.
Drain, add sauce and basil, toss well.
Season with black pepper.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	429.1 Kcal (1797 kJ)
Calories from fat	130.28 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.48g	22%
Sodium	194.5mg	8%
Potassium	511.68mg	11%
Total Carbs	66.24g	22%
Sugars	4.9g	20%
Dietary Fiber	11.47g	46%
Protein	14.97g	30%
Vitamin C	127.2mg	212%
Iron	3.7mg	21%
Calcium	104.1mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	128.01 Kcal (536 kJ)
Calories from fat	38.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.32g	22%
Sodium	58.02mg	8%
Potassium	152.65mg	11%
Total Carbs	19.76g	22%
Sugars	1.46g	20%
Dietary Fiber	3.42g	46%
Protein	4.47g	30%
Vitamin C	37.9mg	212%
Iron	1.1mg	21%
Calcium	31mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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