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Spinach Pesto Pasta Recipe

Submitted by: Becki, California USA

 


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recipe difficulty 3/5 Difficulty:   3 (1=easiest :: hardest=5)

Serves/Makes:   6

  

Ingredients:
16 ounces uncooked pasta -- any variety
4 teaspoons dried basil leaves -- crushed
2 tablespoons hot water
1 clove garlic
5 ounces fresh spinach leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons slivered almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

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Directions:

Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain. Place in large serving bowl; cover to keep warm.

Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine basil and hot water; set aside.

In food processor bowl with metal blade, process garlic until chopped. Add spinach, cheese, almonds and salt; process with on/off pulses until chopped. Add basil mixture; pulse to mix. Slowly add oil and lemon juice; process until well blended.

Add spinach mixture to hot cooked pasta; toss gently to mix.

This recipe from CDKitchen for Spinach Pesto Pasta serves/makes 6

Recipe ID: 39717

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