Spinach Pesto Pasta

Delicious pasta coated with homemade spinach pesto sauce.

15m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

12 oz pasta

4 cups fresh spinach

1/2 cup walnuts

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 2

2. Meanwhile, make the spinach pesto. In a food processor, pulse together the spinach, walnuts, parmesan cheese, and garlic until finely chopped.

Step 3

3. With the machine running, pour in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth.

Step 4

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

5. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the spinach pesto and toss well to coat.

Step 6

6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.