Delicious Pasta with Homemade Asparagus Pesto Recipe

This pasta dish is a perfect blend of flavors with homemade asparagus pesto that is both creamy and refreshing. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of spring and is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and halved
• 8 oz of pasta (such as spaghetti or penne)
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup of pine nuts
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the asparagus until tender, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl of ice water.
2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a food processor, pulse the asparagus, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Toss the pesto with the cooked pasta until well combined.
5. Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and pine nuts.

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