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Ingredients
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1 pound uncooked pasta
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1 (15 ounce) can Del Monte® Sweet Peas, drained
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1 cup packed fresh spinach leaves
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1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
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⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for optional topping
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¼ cup olive oil
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¼ cup chopped walnuts
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2 cloves garlic, peeled
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 Chopped fresh tomatoes
Directions
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Cook pasta according to package directions.
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Meanwhile, place peas, spinach, basil, Parmesan, olive oil, walnuts, garlic and salt and pepper in a blender or food processor.
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Two minutes before pasta is done, ladle out 1/2 cup hot pasta cooking water and add to blender. Pulse until smooth, scraping sides and adding additional pasta water by the tablespoon, if needed.
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When pasta is done, drain lightly and return to pot. Add sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese and tomatoes, if desired.
Tips
VARIATIONS: To make a main dish, prepare recipe as directed, except:
Shrimp – Add fresh or frozen peeled shrimp, thawed to boiling pasta water 3 minutes before pasta is done. When pink, drain and toss with sauce.
Chicken – Top prepared Sweet Pea Pesto Pasta with chopped cooked chicken before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
454 | Calories |
15g | Fat |
66g | Carbs |
15g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 454 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 15g | 19% |
Saturated Fat 3g | 13% |
Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
Sodium 397mg | 17% |
Total Carbohydrate 66g | 24% |
Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
Total Sugars 6g | |
Protein 15g | 29% |
Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
Calcium 92mg | 7% |
Iron 3mg | 18% |
Potassium 308mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.