Pesto Pasta

Pesto pasta! Al-dente pasta tossed in garden-fresh homemade pesto. It's a simple yet delicious recipe that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light summer dinner.

SERVES: 6
PREP TIME: 5 MINS COOK TIME: 10 MINS TOTAL TIME: 15 MINS

Ingredients

• 16 ounces pasta
• 2 cups basil
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.

2. In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

3. Add olive oil and Parmesan. Blend until smooth. Add more olive oil for a smoother pesto.

4. Enjoy!

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