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Easy Pesto Pasta

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 large cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 2 tbsp. pine nuts
  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
For serving:
  • 3/4 lb. cooked pasta, linguine, or spaghetti work well
Topping ideas:
  • grilled chicken or shrimp

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine the garlic cloves, pine nuts, and basil. Add a little of the olive oil and turn on the blender.
    You may need to stop the blender and push the basil leaves toward the bottom. When the basil begins to blend with the garlic and pine nuts, slowly pour the remaining olive oil into the blender while it is running. Once it is all incorporated, add in the finely grated parmesan and blend for about 10 seconds.
  • Pour the pesto over your cooked pasta and toss to combine, be sure to scrape out every bit of the pesto, and be careful near the blades.
  • Top with grilled chicken or shrimp and serve.
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