Wagon Wheels with Artichoke Pesto Recipe

Name: Wagon Wheels with Artichoke Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound rotelle (wagon wheel pasta); 1 (8-ounce) package of frozen artichoke hearts, thawed; 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, lightly packed; 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts (see page 168); Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
4
Meanwhile, in a food processor combine the artichokes, parsley, walnuts, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5
Chop the ingredients fine, stopping the machine a few times to scrape down the sides.
6
With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil.
7
Transfer the artichoke pesto to a large serving bowl and stir in the cheese.
8
Add the warm pasta and toss to combine.
9
If needed, add the reserved pasta water 1/4 cup at a time to moisten the pasta and create a saucelike consistency.
10
Serve.

624

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound rotelle (wagon wheel pasta), 1 (8-ounce) package of frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, lightly packed, 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts (see page 168), and more.

Yes, Wagon Wheels with Artichoke Pesto falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Wagon Wheels with Artichoke Pesto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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