Asparagus Pesto

6 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. asparagus
  • 1/4 c. pine nuts
  • 1 to 3 medium garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 2 oz. freshly grated Parmesan

Directions

  1. 1
    Steam or microwave asparagus.
  2. 2
    Drain well and dry.
  3. 3
    In a food processor, pulse pine nuts and garlic with salt until finely chopped.
  4. 4
    Add asparagus and oil and pulse until asparagus is coarsely chopped.
  5. 5
    Transfer pesto to a bowl and stir in cheese. Serve over penne or other tubular cooked pasta.

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