MAINS

SPAGHETTINI  WITH  PARSLEY  BASIL  PESTO

INGREDIENTS:

1  cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
1  cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2  tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2  cloves garlic, quartered
2  tablespoons finely grated pecorino cheese
1/2  cup (125ml) olive oil
375g  spaghettini pasta

METHOD:

• Blend or process herbs, nuts, garlic and cheese until combined. With the motor operating, gradually add half of the oil in thin, steady stream; process until combined.
• Meanwhile, cook pasta in large saucepan of boiling water, uncovered, until tender; drain.
• Combine pasta, pesto and the remaining oil in large saucepan; toss gently to combine.

Preparation time 10 minutes

Cooking time 10 minutes

Serves  4