PASTA WITH PESTO, POTATOES, AND GREEN BEANS

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Green beans and potatoes bulk up this pesto pasta dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon salt, plus more for seasoning
8 ounces cavatappi
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup Pesto
Pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot of water; bring to a boil.
  • Add salt and cavatappi or other short tubular pasta; return to a boil; cook 2 minutes.
  • Add green beans. Return to a boil; cook until vegetables are tender and pasta is al dente, about 6 minutes.
  • Drain; toss with pesto; season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 g, Fat 16 g, Protein 12 g

Hassan M Umar
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pesto turned out really bitter. I think I might have used too much basil.


Mumtaz Baloch
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Sun Moon
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I'm not a fan of pesto, but I still enjoyed this dish. The potatoes and green beans were cooked perfectly.


Joel TF
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the green beans and potatoes.


soccer skin pedrocuh
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in the pesto. It worked out great!


Jiali 845
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth the effort. The finished dish was delicious and impressive.


Mukhmadziab Mukhmadziab
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Joe Mama
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pesto didn't turn out as green as the picture. It was still tasty, though.


gage Labrake
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


Safia Omari
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this meatless pasta dish. The pesto and potatoes were very filling.


Dua Jutt
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish to make it a complete meal. It was delicious!


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This recipe was a great way to use up leftover pesto. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Sabina Khatri115
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The pesto was a bit too oily for my taste, but overall the dish was still enjoyable. I might try using less oil next time.


XBLUEBERRYX XBLUEX
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This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lesedi
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this recipe changed my mind! The beans were cooked perfectly and had a slight crunch that complemented the soft potatoes and flavorful pesto.


Md Naon
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Yum! This recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious and colorful meal. The combination of pesto, potatoes, and green beans was a unique and tasty twist on a classic pasta dish.


Maria Reyes
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This pasta dish was a delightful burst of flavors! The pesto, potatoes, and green beans came together perfectly, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. I especially loved the freshness of the basil in the pesto, which really elevated t