Hey Pesto - A delicious pasta recipe all the family will enjoy

HEY PESTO! By Michela Chiappa for Barilla 

This delicious family staple is a perfect to try out with the kids. Makes approx. 20 portions.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 whole large basil plant
• Large handful of cashew nuts
• Half a cup of olive oil
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 large handfuls of grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large handfuls of baby spinach
• Barilla Spaghetti 

METHOD

1. Weigh and measure the dry ingredients.
2. Grate the parmesan.
3. Crush the garlic.
4. Add them all into a blender (or if you prefer a pestle and mortar).
5. Start grinding until smooth.
6. Add the oil.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8. Cook the Barilla pasta according to the instructions on the pack. 
9. Mix together and enjoy!

BUILD THOSE SKILLS

You can add it to almost any pasta and have a delicious meal. You can do endless varieties with the principle of:

• A herb
• A cheese
• A nut
• An oil

Watch the video with Michela here.

For recipe ideas from family chef Michela Chiappa to get your kids started on their culinary journey, please visit Barilla’s Kids in Cucina Hub.