Artichoke Pesto on Wagon Wheels

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, in a food processor combine the artichokes, parsley, walnuts, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

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   Run the machine to finely chop all the ingredients, stopping the machine a few times to scrape down the sides.

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   Then, with the machine running, drizzle in olive oil.

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   Transfer the artichoke mixture into a large serving bowl.

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   Stir in the cheese.

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   Add the warm pasta and toss to combine.

10. 10

    If needed, add the reserved pasta water 1/4 cup at a time to moisten the pasta and create a sauce-like consistency.

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    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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