Mixed Herb Pesto Penne Recipe

Name: Mixed Herb Pesto Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup pine nuts; About 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; 2 cloves garlic, grated or made into a paste; Juice of 1/2 lemon; Salt and freshly ground pepper; About 1/2 cup EVOO; 1 pound penne pasta; 1 small russet potato, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes; 1/3 pound haricots verts, trimmed and cut into thirds

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
About 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, grated or made into a paste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt and freshly ground pepper
About 1/2 cup EVOO
1 pound penne pasta
1 small russet potato, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes
1/3 pound haricots verts, trimmed and cut into thirds

1
Place the basil, parsley, cheese, mint, pine nuts, thyme, garlic and lemon juice in a food processor and season with salt and pepper.
2
Turn the processor on and add the EVOO in a slow stream, blending until a thick sauce forms.
3
Transfer to a large bowl.
4
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
5
Add the pasta and cook for 6 minutes.
6
Add the potatoes and cook for 1 more minute.
7
Add the haricots verts and cook until the pasta is al dente, 2 to 3 more minutes.
8
Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water and add it to the pesto.
9
Drain the pasta, then add it to the bowl with the pesto and toss to coat.

588

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Mixed Herb Pesto Penne 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mixed Herb Pesto Penne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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