Linguine With Spinach-Herb Pesto Recipe

Name: Linguine With Spinach-Herb Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces fresh baby spinach; 1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 large garlic clove, chopped; 2 tablespoons organic vegetable broth; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated and divided (about 1/4 cup); 8 ounces uncooked linguine

Servings: persons

4 ounces fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large garlic clove, chopped
2 tablespoons organic vegetable broth
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated and divided (about 1/4 cup)
8 ounces uncooked linguine

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Place spinach in a microwave-safe bowl; cover bowl with plastic wrap. Microwave at HIGH 2 minutes or until spinach wilts. Remove plastic wrap; cool slightly.
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Place spinach, almonds, and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor. Process until chopped. Add broth, juice, and salt; pulse 5 times. With processor on, slowly pour oil through food chute; process until well blended. Scrape into a bowl; stir in half of cheese. Cover with plastic wrap.
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Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain. Toss pasta with 1/2 cup pesto. Arrange about 1 1/2 cups pasta mixture in each of 4 bowls; top each serving with 2 tablespoons remaining pesto and 1 1/2 teaspoons remaining cheese.
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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces fresh baby spinach, 1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds, 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano, and more.

Yes, Linguine With Spinach-Herb Pesto 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.

Linguine With Spinach-Herb Pesto

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