Bucatini Pasta
Cook pasta according to directions on the package.
- Cook45 min
- Total45 min
- Serves6
- LevelIntermediate
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Bucatini Pasta
- ½ cup smoked almonds ( they usually come in a can)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups basil leaves, packed
- 2 cups arugula, packed
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. fresh cracked pepper
- 1 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. lemon juice
Method
- Cook pasta according to directions on the package.
- Make the pesto. In a food processor, place garlic, and almonds. Pulse 4-5 times. Add basil, arugula and pulse a few more times. Add oil, lemon, salt and pepper. Process until combined, but not too smooth, a little texture is good here.
- Toss with drained warm pasta.
- Garnish with: mini heirloom tomatoes ( sliced in half), grated romano cheese ( optional) and a little lemon zest, fresh arugula leaves.
