Penne with Almond Pesto and Green Beans

Penne with Almond Pesto and Green Beans
Servings: 6
Dinner

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat

Ingredients

1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped 2 cups (packed) fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted almonds, divided 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound penne 8 ounces green beans (about 2 cups), trimmed, thinly sliced on a bias 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

Pulse garlic, basil, 1/2 cup almonds, and 1 tsp. salt in a food processor until combined. With the motor running, slowly add oil and pulse again until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Cook penne in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, and add green beans 30 seconds before pasta is al dente. Drain pasta and green beans, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to pesto. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid as needed to fully coat. Season with salt. Transfer pasta mixture to a serving bowl or platter and top with Parmesan and remaining 2 Tbsp. almonds. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

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