Pesto Pea Pasta

Directions

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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   Prepare a large bowl of ice water.
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   Put peas into the boiling water.
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   Boil peas for 30 seconds and then remove them from the boiling water with a slotted spoon and drain.
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   Then immediately plunge them into the ice water.
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   Bring the water in the pot back to a boil and add the pasta.
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    Cook it according to package directions for al dente.
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    When done drain it and put it into a large serving bowl.
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    4.
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    Drain the peas and add them into the bowl of a food processor with garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice and olive oil.
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    Puree until smooth.
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    Season with kosher salt.
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    Pulse cheese in the mixture for 2 seconds.
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    5.
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    Toss the pea pesto with the pasta and season with additional kosher salt and pepper if needed.
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    You can garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.