Broccoli Pasta Sauce

An easy, tasty recipe for a weeknight dinner.

• Ready In: 13 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb broccoli, separated into small flowerets, stalks peeled and cut into 1/4 inch julienne
• 2⁄3 cup  minced scallion
• 1⁄3 cup butter
• 1  cup half-and-half
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
• 1  garlic clove, crushed to a paste
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1⁄2 cup gorgonzola, cut into small cubes
• 1  pinch cayenne
• 1  lb linguine, cooked al dente
• 1⁄3 cup  finely chopped walnuts, lightly toasted

Directions

1. Cook broccoli in boiling, salted water for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
2. Drain and refresh under cold, running water, and pat dry.
3. Cook scallion in butter until softened; add cream, basil and garlic; simmer, stirring.
4. Add cheeses and stir until well-combined.
5. Stir in broccoli and cayenne and salt and pepper to taste and cook until heated through.
6. Serve sauce over linguine and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.