Parsley Pesto Spaghetti

Name: Parsley Pesto Spaghetti
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (1 pound) spaghetti; 3 cups packed fresh parsley sprigs; 1 cup blanched almonds; 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup butter, melted; Salt and pepper to taste

This is a fun and tasty way to serve traditional pasta. I adapted it from a recipe I came across years ago.—Christine Wilson, Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

1 package (1 pound) spaghetti
3 cups packed fresh parsley sprigs
1 cup blanched almonds
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
Meanwhile, place parsley, almonds and garlic in a food processor or blender; cover and process until finely chopped. Transfer to a large serving bowl; stir in cheese and butter. Drain spaghetti and add to pesto with salt and pepper; toss to coat.

Originally published as Parsley Pesto Spaghetti in Taste of Home October/November 2000