PASTA, PESTO AND PEAS

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A very refreshing dish that can be served at a barbeque, beach party, picnic, etc. From Ina Garten / The Barefoot Contessa. This is not in any of her cookbooks, so I wanted to share it here.

Provided by Pianolady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 57m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 lb fusilli
3/4 lb bow tie pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups pesto sauce (I use my Pesto Sauce for Pesto, also from The Barefoot Contessa)
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 cups of good mayonnaise
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, defrosted
1/3 cup pignolis (pine nuts)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the fusilli and bow tie pastas separately in a large pot of boiling salted water for 10 to 12 minutes until each pasta is al dente (you can use any pasta you like, however, or any combination of pastas).
  • Drain and toss into a bowl with the olive oil. Cool to room temperature.
  • In the bowl of a food processor (fitted with a steel blade), puree the pesto, spinach and lemon juice.
  • Add the mayonnaise and puree. Add the pesto mixture to the cooled pasta and then add the Parmesan Cheese, peas, pignolis, salt and peper. Mix well, season to taste, and serve at room temperature.

Desmond Faith
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the peas and the pesto, and they always ask for seconds.


Christopher Spangenberg
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I'm not a big fan of peas, but I loved them in this pasta dish. They were cooked perfectly and they added a nice sweetness to the dish.


Deborah Wright
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always have leftover pasta in my fridge, and this recipe is the perfect way to use it up.


Jameel Abdul
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I love that this pasta dish is so customizable. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like. I also like to experiment with different types of pesto. I've made it with basil pesto, arugula pesto, and even sun-dried tomato pesto.


MUHAMMAD SULIMAN
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This pasta dish is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. The peas and spinach are both packed with nutrients.


Nats Bellah2
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I'm a big fan of pesto, so I was excited to try this recipe. I wasn't disappointed. The pesto was delicious and the peas added a nice pop of color and flavor.


Fajr Shahzad
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This pasta dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for meal prep. Just cook up a big batch on the weekend and then reheat it throughout the week.


Angelito Ogahayon
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I love the bright green color of this pasta dish. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it right away.


Thapa Apsara
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This pasta dish is a great way to showcase fresh summer produce. The peas and basil are at their peak in the summer, and they really shine in this dish.


Naeem Ksa
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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves the combination of flavors and textures. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


SIPON AHMED
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend giving it a try.


Slime Boy
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This pasta dish is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like, or even protein like chicken or shrimp. I also like to add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten up the flavors.


dil pooloo
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I love how quickly this dish comes together. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal. I also love that it's a one-pot dish, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Ganesh Joshi
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I had some pesto in my fridge that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The pasta was delicious and the pesto was used up in a delicious way.


Rozz Griffin
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I'm not usually a big fan of pesto, but this dish changed my mind. The pesto was light and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the peas and pasta. I will definitely be making this again.


Maggie Grimaldo
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so simple to make, but it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the pesto and peas complement each other, and the parmesan cheese adds the perfect finishing touch.


Chisom Ezeoha
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I made this pasta for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The pesto was particularly delicious, and I will definitely be making it again.


Kashif Noor
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This pasta dish is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The pesto and peas add a bright and flavorful touch to the pasta, and the parmesan cheese adds a rich and creamy texture. I highly recommend it!