Delicious Pesto Spinach and Tomatoes Recipe

This Pesto Spinach and Tomatoes recipe is a burst of flavors that combines the freshness of spinach and tomatoes with the savory taste of pesto. It's a quick and easy dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course. Perfect for a summer lunch or dinner, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and healthy dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until well combined.
2. While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth pesto sauce forms. Season with salt and pepper.
3. In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the pesto sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is well combined and heated through.
6. Serve hot as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!

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