Lotsa Garlic Linguine and Broccoli Pasta

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

• 1 garlic bulb
  
• 8-12 oz. whole wheat linguine
  
• 1 lb. broccoli
  
• 1/3c. unhulled sesame seeds
  
• 2T. minced garlic
  
• 2T. lemon juice
  
• 1 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
• Bag ‘o mints for dessert 🙂
  

Directions:

-Place whole, unpeeled garlic bulb in
small ovenproof dish & roast at 375F
for 35 minutes. When cool, separate &
peel cloves; set aside.

-Cook linguine according to package;
set aside. Remove broccoli stem & cut
into bite-sized pieces. Steam until
just tender, about 5 minutes.

-While steaming, saute minced garlic &
sesame seeds in sesame oil for 3
minutes. Stir in roasted garlic
cloves, pasta, broccoli, lemon juice &
salt. Toss and serve immediately.

*After meal….bring out the bag ‘o mints!!!

*It’s the lemon juice that pulls this all together, so add more if you like.

Serves: 4-6

Preparation time: 45 min-1 hr