Pasta Al Pesto Recipe

Name: Pasta Al Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta (preferably linguine); 1/4 lb peapods; 3 carrots, thinly sliced; fresh ground black pepper (for garnish) (optional); 2 tablespoons safflower oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil; fresh ground black pepper (for garnish) (optional); 3 small zucchini, thinly sliced; PESTO; 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup pine nuts (pignolli); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 - 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces pasta (preferably linguine)
1/4 lb peapods
3 carrots, thinly sliced
fresh ground black pepper (for garnish) (optional)
2 tablespoons safflower oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
fresh ground black pepper (for garnish) (optional)
3 small zucchini, thinly sliced
PESTO
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts (pignolli)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 - 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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PESTO:
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Place ingredients in bowl of food processor.
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Process until smooth, using rubber scraper to push down the sides occasionally.
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Variations: - add 3/4 c freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
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PASTA:
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Boil a large pot of water; cook pasta until al dente.
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While pasta is cooking, prepare pesto; set aside, covered.
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Steam carrots.
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Meanwhile, in skillet, heat oil.
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Add zucchini and peapods.
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Stir continuously until crisp/tender.
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When pasta is done, drain well; toss pesto with noodles until they are well coated.
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Then toss in vegetables.
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Garnish with pepper and cheese.
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VARIATIONS: - add 1/2 c Parmesan cheese to Pesto

532

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces pasta (preferably linguine), 1/4 lb peapods, 3 carrots, thinly sliced, fresh ground black pepper (for garnish) (optional), and more.

Yes, Pasta Al 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.

Pasta Al Pesto

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