Basil Pesto Pasta with Green Beans

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Servings: Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 15

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan.
  4. Slowly add olive oil until smooth.
  5. Toss pasta with pesto and green beans.
  6. Season with salt and serve.

Notes

Add grilled chicken for extra protein.

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Chef AI

Basil Pesto Pasta with Green Beans

Ingredients

  • 350g green beans, trimmed
  • 400g pasta
  • 1 bunch basil
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan.
  4. Slowly add olive oil until smooth.
  5. Toss pasta with pesto and green beans.
  6. Season with salt and serve.