Fabulous Cilantro Pesto



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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
15 mins

Total Time:
30 mins

Servings:
8


Ingredients

  • 1(16 ounce) packagefarfalle pasta
  • 1bunchfresh cilantro
  • ½cupwalnuts or pecans
  • ¼cupgrated Parmesan cheese
  • 5clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1tablespoonwhite wine vinegar
  • ½teaspooncayenne pepper
  • salt to taste
  • ½cupolive oil

  • Directions

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes; drain well.

    Blend cilantro, nuts, Parmesan, garlic, vinegar, cayenne pepper, and salt in a food processor or blender. Add 1/4 cup olive oil and blend until combined. Add remaining olive oil until pesto reaches desired consistency.

    Pour pesto into a small saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto is warmed and begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss to coat.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    386 Calories
    21g Fat
    43g Carbs
    10g Protein

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