Saturday, March 13, 2010

Peas 'n' Pesto Salad

From your Fairy Godmother.

3/4# of pasta, cooked as directed on package
2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 C. prepared pesto
1/4 C. fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 C. defrosted frozen peas
2 1/2 T. pine nuts
5oz. frozen spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
1 1/2 T. lemon juice
1/2 C. plus 1 T. mayonnaise
Salt & pepper to taste

Puree pesto, spinach, and lemon juice in food processor or blender.
Add mayo and puree.
Add mixture to cooked, chilled pasta.
Add Parmesan, peas, pine nuts, and salt and pepper.

{LDM}

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