Radiatore with Walnut Parsley Pesto Recipe

Radiatore With Walnut Parsley Pesto Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup lightly toasted walnut pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 pound radiatore
• 1 tablespoon walnut oil (optional)

Method

1. In a food processor, combine the garlic and salt and process until garlic is minced
2. Add the walnuts, parsley and crushed red pepper, if using and process until ground to a paste
3. With the machine running, stream in the oil and process until well blended
4. Set aside
5. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the radiatore over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10 minutes
6. Drain well, reserving 1/3 cup of the pasta water
7. Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl
8. Add the reserved pasta water to the pesto and blend to make a smooth sauce
9. Add the pesto to the pasta and toss gently to combine
10. Drizzle with the walnut oil, if using and serve immediately

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