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Basil Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and Mushrooms

Posted on June 6, 2020

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry cavatappi noodles (or other noodle of choice)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 head of broccoli), chopped
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • ½ cup Homemade Basil Pesto (or store-bought pesto)
  • Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. While pasta is cooking, add olive oil to a large skillet. Add broccoli and sauté until it just starts to become tender, about 4-5 minutes.

  3. Add mushrooms to same skillet and sauté until tender, about 5-6 minutes. Add more olive oil, if needed. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Once broccoli and mushrooms are tender, add noodles and pesto to skillet. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.