penne with walnut pesto

How To Make penne with walnut pesto

• 1

  Cook the pasta according to package directions, (about 10 minutes) drain and set aside until required.
• 2

  Place a pan on medium heat and melt the butter, then add the mushrooms and onion slices and saute for 3 - 5 minutes. Watch it doesn't burn. Season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper.
• 3

  Now pour in the cream, stir and simmer for 3 - 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Next add the cooked pasta into the pan and reheat for about 3 - 5 minutes. Stir frequently to keep from burning. The sauce is absorbed quickly.
• 4

  In a small bowl add 4 tsp of walnut pesto and 1/2 tsp of olive oil, stir well to mix.
• 5

  When the pasta is heated remove from heat and gently stir in the baby spinach and lemon zest.
• 6

  Pour the pasta into serving bowls and add a tsp of the walnut pesto on top as garnish, to be swirled in.
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