Linguine with Broccoli, Cherry Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

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1 lb whole wheat linguine

2 cups fresh broccoli florets

2 cups cherry tomatoes

1/4 cup pine nuts (toasted)

4 tablespoons pesto

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

6 tablespoons extra virgin oil

1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (rind)

1/4 cup Italian parsley

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Bring a large pot of salted water (1 tablespoon salt) to a boil.

Add pasta to the pot of boiling water and boil for 6 - 8 minutes. Pasta should be slightly firm when bitten (al dente). Drain and put back in the pot.

Drizzle linguine with two tablespoons of olive oil, add 2 tablespoons of pesto, lemon rind, and parsley. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.

In a large sauté pan set to medium heat, toss pine nuts until golden brown. Remove from heat. In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons of  extra virgin olive oil on medium - high heat. Add garlic, broccoli florets, the remaining pesto, and sauté for 5 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add cherry tomatoes and wait for 1 minute. Remove from heat and add to the linguine.

Toss all ingredients together and transfer to a warm serving platter. Drizzle with the remaining  extra virgin olive oil. Garnish with shavings of parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.

Serves 6 - 8

    

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