Ziti With Fresh Broccoli Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/2 cup olive oil
1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and ends of stalks removed
salt and pepper
1 lb ziti pasta, cooked and drained

Preparation

Place garlic in heavy skillet; pour in enough oil to cover garlic.
Cook over med heat until garlic begins to brown.
Cook broccoli in small amount of boiling water until tender, drain; cool slightly. Puree broccoli in blender.
Add garlic and olive oil; whirl until garlic is pureed. With motor running, slowly pour in remaining oil and mix until mixture reaches mayonnaise-like consistency.
Stir in salt and pepper to taste. Pour over hot, freshly cook ziti in warmed serving bowl. Toss gently to mix well.