Pesto Linguine

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine
• 2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup pine nuts or walnuts
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 15mins
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, cook linguine according to package directions; drain and return to pot.

Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, make pesto sauce by combining remaining ingredients; blend until smooth.

Add pesto sauce to linguine, toss until well combined, and serve.

Garnishing Tip:
Serve this topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a few toasted pine nuts.