Farfalle With Pesto Sauce, String Beans and Potatoe

Name: Farfalle With Pesto Sauce, String Beans and Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed; Sea salt; 3 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 cup fresh basil leaves; ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cut julienne style; 1 pound farfalle (bowties); 1/2 pound string beans, trimmed

Servings: persons

1
With a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic with a teaspoon of salt.
2
Add the pine nuts and gradually add the basil and the oil, a little at a time.
3
Grind until the ingredients have been reduced to a paste (this may also be done in a blender or food processor).
4
Add the grated cheese and pepper and mix well.
5
Bring six quarts of salted water to a roiling boil.
6
Add the potatoes and the farfalle and cook together for about five minutes.
7
Add the beans.
8
Cook until the farfalle is al dente, and drain.
9
Put the farfalle and vegetables in a large serving bowl.
10
Add the pesto, toss thoroughly, correct seasoning and serve.
11
Pass extra grated Parmesan cheese separately.

405

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed, Sea salt, 3 tablespoons pine nuts, 1 cup fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Farfalle With Pesto Sauce, String Beans and Potatoes falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Farfalle With Pesto Sauce, String Beans and Potatoes

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