Green is a and colorful dish that can be a great addition to any meal. It’s a healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes and is perfect for a vegetarian or vegan meal. Green pasta is also an excellent way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet, and it’s a hit with kids. In this article, we’ll go over a simple recipe for making your very own pasta at home.

Ingredients:

– 1 pound of pasta (your choice of shape)
– 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves
– 1 cup of fresh basil leaves
– 1 garlic clove
– 1/2 cup of pine nuts
– 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
– Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente (firm to the bite). This should take about 8-10 minutes. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and set it aside.

Step 2: Prepare the spinach and basil
Wash the spinach and basil leaves and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove any tough stems. You can also use a salad spinner to dry the leaves quickly. Once the leaves are dry, add them to a food processor along with the pine nuts and garlic. Pulse the mixture until it’s finely chopped.

Step 3: Add the cheese and oil
Next, add the parmesan cheese to the mixture in the food processor. Turn the processor back on and slowly pour in the olive oil until everything is combined and the mixture has formed a smooth paste. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Combine the sauce and pasta
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the green sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of extra parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Tips and variations:

– You can add other green vegetables to the sauce, such as arugula, kale, or parsley.
– If you’re vegan, you can omit the parmesan cheese and substitute it with a vegan cheese alternative or nutritional yeast.
– If you don’t have pine nuts, you can use walnuts or almonds instead.
– For some extra protein, you can add grilled chicken or shrimp to the pasta dish.
– Make sure to reserve some pasta water before draining it. If the pasta is too dry, you can add a bit of the reserved water to the sauce to thin it out.

In conclusion, green pasta is an easy and delicious meal that you can make at home using simple and healthy ingredients. This dish is loaded with nutrients and can be customized to your liking with different vegetables and protein options. Give this recipe a try for a satisfying and tasty pasta dinner that your family will love.

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