Pasta With Arugula Pesto

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   Combine the walnuts, garlic, arugula, and cilantro or basil in a food processor or blender. Whirl them just until they are coarsely chopped. While the machine is running, add the olive oil in a thin stream. Transfer the pesto to a bowl. (At this point the pesto can be frozen. Thaw it before proceeding.)

2. 2

   Stir the Parmesan cheese, salt, and cayenne into the pesto

3. 3

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it is just tender. Drain the pasta, return it to the empty pot, and toss it with the pesto, adding a tablespoon or two of water if necessary to distribute the pesto evenly.

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   Transfer the pasta to a serving bowl or to individual plates, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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