Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Broccoli and Pine Nut Pasta


This has only 6 ingredients, is very healthy, fast and easy...perfect for the busy family. This serves 4 generous bowls as a main or 6-8 serves if using as a side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 300g pasta of your choice
  • 400g broccoli (florets and stalks, finely cut)
  • 100g pine nuts (toasted)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Method:
  1. Boil pasta of your choice as per instructions
  2. Boil the broccoli in salted water for 4-6 minutes, drain, but leave 1/4 cup water aside
  3. Place the cooked pasta and broccoli into a large bowl, add the reserved water, toasted pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese and salt & pepper and mix well
  4. Serve while hot.
  5. Nice served with crusty bread. D-E-L-icious  XD

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