"This creamy lemon pesto pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with fresh lemon, punchy garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and lots of yummy herbs...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 ounces dry linguine pasta
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1 large lemon (zest and juice)
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1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
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1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 clove garlic, peeled
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1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, stems removed
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1/4 cup loosely packed fresh parsley, stems removed
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1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon water
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extra pine nuts and Parmesan cheese, for garnish