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pasta with cilantro pesto & american grana

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Recipe by
barbara lentz
@blentz8
beulah, MI

Tasty pasta side dish

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pasta with cilantro pesto & american grana

  • FOR THE PESTO
  • 3 c
    cilantro
  • 1/4 c
    pine nuts
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil
  • 1 tsp
    lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 3 clove
    garlic
  • 1/4 c
    american grana cheese grated
  • salt and pepper
  • FOR THE PASTA
  • 8 oz
    pasta of choice
  • shredded american grana cheese for garnish

How To Make pasta with cilantro pesto & american grana

  • 1
    For the Pesto Place the cilantro, pine nuts, zest, juice, garlic and olive oil in food processor.
  • 2
    Process until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • 3
    Stir in the cheese and taste to adjust for salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Cook the pasta in boiling salted water and drain. Stir the cilantro pesto into the warm pasta. Serve immediately topped with more cheese.
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