Categories: Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb. penne or rotini
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup parsley leaves
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped jarred roasted red pepper, rinsed

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Cook pasta as directed. Drain and rinse with cold water.

2. Meanwhile, combine basil, parsley, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a food processor. Pulse, scraping down the sides as necessary, until finely chopped. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in oil.

3. Transfer the pesto to a large bowl and add the pasta, tomato and peppers. Toss to coat. Top with more basil.

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