Pappardelle with Pesto

RECIPES | JANUARY 2018

artSAVOR 75

Pappardelle with Pesto

The combination of fresh spinach, arugula, parsely and mint with pinch of toasted almonds tossed flavor heightened by artSAVOR 75 makes this elegant pasta dish almost effortless, healthy and super delicious. The deep flavors will thrill your palate without guilt. It can be a delightful starter, a great entree with some protein or grand finale to your simple or multi-course dinner.
artSAVOR 75 Ingredients

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Dill, Parsley, Leek, Basil, Salt, Pepper, Herbs & Spices

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Serves 6 – 8

INGREDIENTS

PESTO
¼C artSAVOR 75, Already mixed with olive oil
3C Beet Greens, Cut
3C Spinach, Cut
3C Arugula
1C Parsley, Stems Removed
1C Mint, Stems Removed
1 Small Onion
2T Goat Cheese
3T Sliced Almonds, Toasted
2T Olive Oil

PASTA
1lb Pappardelle Pasta or curly pasta
¼C Shallots, Finely Chopped
2T Olive Oil
3T Panko, Toasted
1T Lemon Zest
2T Lemon Juice, Freshly squeezed
1C Multi-Color Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
2T Almonds, Toasted - For Serving
1C Parmesan Cheese, Shaved
Edible Flowers – Optional Garnish

KITCHEN ESSENTIALS

Food processor
Spider Spoon Strainer
Colander
Wok

DIRECTIONS

PESTO
Bring water to boil with salt in a large pot
Add beet greens, spinach, arugula, parsley, mint and onion
Boil for 30 -40 seconds
With spider spoon, remove greens from boiling water and immediately submerge them into ice cold water to maintain the bright green color, reserving the liquid in the pot
Let them cool down for a minuteRemove greens with spider spoon and place them in a colander to get rid of excess liquid
In food processor, process almonds, do not over process, set aside
Add artSAVOR 75, greens mixture and goat cheese and process while adding oil, set aside

PASTA
Bring reserved greens cooking liquid to a boil
Cook pasta al dente, Transfer and strain onto colander, keeping 1 cup of the liquid
Add oil and shallots in wok and sauté until translucent
Add pesto, lemon zest and juice to shallot mixture and cook until aromatic, do not over cook
Add pasta to pesto mixture and cook until coated all over, adding seasoning to your taste
Plate pasta and garnish with almonds, cheese, tomatoes, and edible flowers

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