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Spinach Pesto

7 ingredients•5 steps
Lidia Bastianich (lydiasitaly.com)
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine garlic, nuts, spinach, basil, and salt in a blender.

  2. 2

    Blend while drizzling in extra virgin olive oil to make a paste.

  3. 3

    Add half the Parmesan cheese and blend until combined.

  4. 4

    Toss with perfectly cooked fusilli pasta.

  5. 5

    Top with remaining Parmesan cheese.

💡 Cook's Notes

Try using walnut oil to replace some or all of the extra virgin olive oil for added depth of flavor.

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