PENNE WITH ARUGULA AND WALNUT PESTO

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
2 cloves cracked garlic
12 ounces arugula, stems removed
1/2 cup walnut pieces or 2/3 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/4 teaspoon ground or grated nutmeg
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 pound penne rigate (with lines) pasta
1/3 pound fresh green beans, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat cook garlic in oil 5 minutes, then remove pan from stove top. Fill the food processor with arugula, loosely packed. Add walnuts and 1/2 of the warm oil and both cloves of garlic to the arugula in the processor. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper to the processor bowl, set lid in place and pulse grind the mixture into a thick paste. Add any remaining arugula to the processor and grind into the paste by pulsing the processor again. Transfer arugula paste to a large pasta bowl. Stir in the remaining oil and the cheese. Taste pesto sauce and adjust seasonings.
  • While cooking penne to package directions for al dente, watch the time. After about 6 minutes, add green beans to the pasta pot. The beans will cook along with pasta the last 2 or 3 minutes. Drain pasta and beans together in a colander then transfer hot pasta and beans to the pasta bowl with the pesto in the bottom. Toss pasta and beans with pesto for 2 to 3 minutes to combine and evenly coat the pasta and beans with the pesto sauce. Serve immediately.

Favour Muna
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and I can use it in so many different ways. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, and it always turns out great. The pesto is also delicious on sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It's a


Raju Europ Ala
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This recipe was easy to make and turned out great! The pesto was flavorful and the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese was perfect. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it ov


Hussein Sulaiman
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This was a delicious recipe! The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it over penne and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again!


Khadim Hussain
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The pesto is so flavorful and I love the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese add a nice touch of sweet


Phoenix Colvin
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This was a great recipe! The pesto was flavorful and the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese was perfect. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it over penne and it was a hit


ludy Heart's
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The pesto was too oily and the sun-dried tomatoes were tough. The goat cheese was the only saving grace, but it wasn't enough to make up for the rest of the dish. I won't be making this again.


Michael Steven
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The pesto lacked flavor and the sun-dried tomatoes were too sweet. The goat cheese was a nice touch, but it couldn't save the dish. I won't be making this again.


Rita L
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and I can use it in so many different ways. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, and it always turns out great. The pesto is also delicious on sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It's a


Mead Islam
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This recipe was easy to make and turned out great! The pesto was flavorful and the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese was perfect. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it ov


Meghna Akter
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This was a delicious recipe! The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it over penne and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again!


sara amiri
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The pesto is so flavorful and I love the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese add a nice touch of sweet


Garry Pateman
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This was a great recipe! The pesto was flavorful and the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese was perfect. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it over penne and it was a hit


Brian Mong'are
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The pesto was too oily and the sun-dried tomatoes were tough. The goat cheese was the only saving grace, but it wasn't enough to make up for the rest of the dish. I won't be making this again.


Farhia Jeylani
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The pesto lacked flavor and the sun-dried tomatoes were too sweet. The goat cheese was a nice touch, but it couldn't save the dish. I won't be making this again.


Johnson Charles
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, and it always turns out great. The pesto is also delicious on sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It's a great way to add a pop of flavor to


Amada C
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover arugula and walnuts. The pesto was easy to make and the combination of flavors was delicious. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. I served it over


Rubyportal vods
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Just tried the penne with arugula and walnut pesto recipe and it was fantastic! The pesto was incredibly flavorful and the combination of arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese was perfect. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of


jason baker
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The penne with arugula and walnut pesto was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the nutty flavor of the pesto and the freshness of the arugula. The sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese added a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess. The dish was easy


Rana Ashar Fawad
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This penne with arugula and walnut pesto was a delightful culinary experience! The pesto, made with fresh arugula, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese, was incredibly flavorful and aromatic. It coated the penne perfectly, creating a vibrant and delicious di