Lemon Basil Pesto over Cavatappi & Broccoli

Ingredients

•     1/3 c  pine nuts

•     2 c  fresh basil leaves

•     3 cloves garlic, peeled

•     S & P

•     1/2 c grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

•     1/2c  good, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

•     1 lemon, zest & juice

•     1 lb Cavatappi pasta

•     1 head of broccoli florets

Directions

1. Toss the first 5 ingredients into the food processor. Process! As the ingredients combine… drizzle in the olive oil. It is done when it is the consistency you prefer… Scoop it out & fold in the lemon zest & juice.

2. Meanwhile cook the pasta al dente…

3. The last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli into the boiling pot with the pasta.

4.  Drain all & combine with the pesto & serve.