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Whole Wheat Macaroni with Spinach Pecan Pesto

Ingredients
  

  • Whole Wheat Macaroni-1 lb
  • Baby Spinach leaves-2 cups
  • Pecans-1/4 cup
  • Garlic cloves-2
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil-1/3 cup
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese-1/3 cup
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Boil the macaroni according to the instructions and keep aside.
  • In a pan toast the pecans on low heat until they're nicely toasted.Turn off the heat and allow to cool.
  • In a processor, combine the spinach,toasted pecan and garlic and pulse.With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil until the mixture is creamy.
  • Transfer into a bowl and add parmesan cheese.Season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the macaroni with the pesto and serve warm or cold.