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Broccoli Walnut Pesto
 Nothing beats traditional pesto made with summer's bounty of fresh basil but until my garden matures a bit, I experimented with a family favorite--broccoli. And what a fabulous surprise! Broccoli, one of our most potent cancer fighting veggies and walnuts packed with heart healthy omega-3s come together in to a delicious dish. If you are pressed for time, this pesto can be made in just minutes. Perfect for a weeknight when cooking time is limited but appetites are robust.
Ingredients:
Preparation: Cut broccoli into florettes and cut stems into similar sized pieces. Steam in microwave safe bowl for about 3-4 minutes until fork tender. Drain and set aside. In a food processor, add garlic and pulse gently. Add in broccoli, walnuts, grated cheese, chili flakes, lemon zest and juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pulse a few more times until all of the ingredients are chopped. With the motor running, stream in the olive oil and puree until the mixture is smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings, as needed. Mix pesto with 1/4 cup of hot water. Serve on top of whole grain pasta and top dish with another steamed veggie of your choice---sugar snap peas, chopped asparagus or even zucchini chunks.
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