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A bowl of macaroni and cheese with broccoli.

Pesto Pasta

Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • Pesto:
  • ¼ cup fresh arugula
  • ¼ cup fresh basil
  • ¼ cup fresh baby spinach
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 large lemon, juiced
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • ½ tablespoon sea salt
  • Pasta:
  • 1 pound pasta, any variety
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • pinch of crushed red pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, combine the arugula, basil, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, parmesan, and olive oil. Season with salt. Pulse until a sauce forms. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and serve pasta in individual plates. Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle with crushed red pepper and top with pesto. Enjoy!