Gemelli With Roasted Asparagus And Walnut Pesto Recipe

Name: Gemelli With Roasted Asparagus And Walnut Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 oz. roasted walnuts; 1 clove of garlic; 1 cup grated pecorino romano; 1 lemon; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tbsp truffle oil (optional); 1 lb. gemelli pasta; 1 lb. asparagus; 4 oz. prosciutto di parma, thinly sliced then chopped into 1/4 inch ribbons; pecorino shavings, for garnish; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

6 oz. roasted walnuts
1 clove of garlic
1 cup grated pecorino romano
1 lemon
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tbsp truffle oil (optional)
1 lb. gemelli pasta
1 lb. asparagus
4 oz. prosciutto di parma, thinly sliced then chopped into 1/4 inch ribbons
pecorino shavings, for garnish
salt and pepper to taste

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees
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1. Combine walnuts, grated pecorino and garlic in a food processor and pulse to chop.
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2. Add juice from half the lemon (reserve the other half), olive oil and truffle oil and mix in food processor about 60 seconds, until combined in a thick paste.
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3. Boil pasta, as directed.
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4. Trim ends from asparagus and chop into 1/2 inch pieces. Toss asparagus with juice from reserved half of lemon, salt and pepper to taste and drizzle with olive oil. Spread on cookie sheet and roast for 7-10 minutes, depending on thickness of stalks.
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5. When pasta is ready, drain, and while it is still hot, toss with walnut pesto. Remove asparagus from oven and toss into pasta mixture.
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6. Top with prosciutto ribbons and garnish with pecorino shavings.

1028

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 oz. roasted walnuts, 1 clove of garlic, 1 cup grated pecorino romano, 1 lemon, and more.

Yes, Gemelli With Roasted Asparagus And Walnut Pesto falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Gemelli With Roasted Asparagus And Walnut Pesto

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