Easy-Peasy Pesto Pasta

Name: Easy-Peasy Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 16 oz pasta of choice( i use whole grain penne, or brown rice elbow pasta); 12-16 oz pkg. frozen peas; 8 oz pesto-commercial or homemade; 1/4 c parmesan cheese

By cindy sandberg
@cindyLs

Quick, simple and delicious! Super easy to throw together for a quick week-night meal. Can also be served chilled for a light summer supper!

Rating:

★★★★★ 2 votes5

Comments:

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Serves:

Prep:

5 Min

Cook:

10 Min

Ingredients

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16 oz

pasta of choice( i use whole grain penne, or brown rice elbow pasta)
12-16 oz

pkg. frozen peas
8 oz

pesto-commercial or homemade
1/4 c

parmesan cheese

How to Make Easy-Peasy Pesto Pasta

Step-by-Step

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain. Meanwhile, cook peas according package directions, drain and set aside.
Add pesto to pasta and toss to coat. Stir in peas. Top with parmesan cheese, and serve.
Optionally can chill for several hours or overnight and serve as a pasta salad.

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