PASTA WITH PESTO, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI

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Pasta With Pesto, Potatoes and Broccoli image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 1h40m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 eggs
About 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, to make your own or 1 pound dried fettuccine
2 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino cheese
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 small red potatoes, thinly sliced
4 cups broccoli florets

Steps:

  • If making fresh pasta, beat the eggs together in a large bowl. Gradually stir in enough flour to make a soft, pliable dough. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Shape it into a ball, cover with a damp towel and let rest for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, to make the sauce, place the garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 cup of basil in a food processor and pulse until chopped. Add the remaining basil and process until chopped. Add the pine nuts, cheeses and olive oil and process until the mixture forms a smooth paste. Set aside.
  • Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Simmer over medium heat until tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Divide the pasta dough in half and keep 1 piece wrapped in the towel. On a lightly floured surface, roll and stretch the pasta dough into a 13-by-16-inch rectangle. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut across into 1-inch-wide strips. Repeat with the remaining dough. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fresh or dried pasta until al dente, about 5 minutes for the fresh or 10 to 12 minutes for dried. Drain well and place in a large bowl.
  • Toss the pasta with the pesto and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Toss in the broccoli and potatoes. Divide among 4 plates and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 766, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 993 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Dashami Sunuwar
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta and potatoes, and they didn't even notice the broccoli.


Syed Sakib
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed it in this dish. It was cooked perfectly and had a nice flavor.


cooler fresh
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This dish is a great make-ahead meal. You can cook the pasta and potatoes ahead of time, and then just reheat them when you're ready to serve.


Tazib Khun
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I love how versatile this dish is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and it was delicious.


Rs Robiul
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I had some leftover spaghetti, and it worked perfectly in this recipe.


Ruby Flaherty
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli, and this recipe is a great one. The broccoli was perfectly cooked - still slightly crunchy, but not too raw.


Patrica Claxton
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish, and it was delicious. It's a great way to add some extra protein.


Sunny Jalal
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed it in this dish. It wasn't too overpowering.


Danjuma D Jauro
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I made this dish exactly as the recipe stated, and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend it!


KhizRa Kanwal
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This dish is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly delicious.


Charles Fields III
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pesto is creamy and flavorful, the potatoes are crispy and salty, and the broccoli adds a nice crunch.


Alex Virgo
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It's now one of my go-to pasta dishes.


TrevTheTruth
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta and potatoes, and they didn't even notice the broccoli.


A.B. Nahid
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this meatless dish. It's packed with flavor and very satisfying.


Khan K
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Wassaw Kevin
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I always have a few extra potatoes lying around, and this is a delicious way to use them up.


Adelaida Nunez Vazquez
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed it in this dish. The pesto and potatoes helped to balance out the flavor.


Dragomir Madalina
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Cynthia Cifelli
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The pesto, potatoes, and broccoli complemented each other perfectly. The potatoes were especially delicious - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.