Broccoli Pesto

2 cups chopped broccoli florets

2 cups chopped fresh basil

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

¼ cup pine nuts

6 cloves garlic, peeled

2 tablespoons vegetable broth, or more if needed

1 pinch cayenne pepper

salt and ground black pepper to taste

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

Blend steamed broccoli, basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, vegetable broth, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a blender until smooth and pourable.