Spinach Pesto Pasta Recipe

Name: Spinach Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces pasta, -uncooked any variety; 4 -5 teaspoons dried basil leaves, crushed; 2 tablespoons hot water; 1 -2 garlic clove; 4 cups spinach leaves, -loosely packed fresh; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, -grated; 2 teaspoons slivered almonds; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

16 ounces pasta, -uncooked any variety
4 -5 teaspoons dried basil leaves, crushed
2 tablespoons hot water
1 -2 garlic clove
4 cups spinach leaves, -loosely packed fresh
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, -grated
2 teaspoons slivered almonds
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

1
Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package.
2
Drain.
3
Place in large serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
4
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine basil and hot water; set aside.
5
In food processor bowl with metal blade, process garlic until chopped.
6
Add spinach, cheese, almonds and salt; process with on/off pulses until chopped.
7
Add basil mixture; pulse to mix.
8
Slowly add oil and lemon juice; process until well blended.
9
Add spinach mixture to hot cooked pasta; toss gently to mix.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces pasta, -uncooked any variety, 4 -5 teaspoons dried basil leaves, crushed, 2 tablespoons hot water, 1 -2 garlic clove, and more.

Yes, Spinach Pesto Pasta 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.

Spinach Pesto Pasta

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