Linguine And Spinach Pesto

Linguine And Spinach Pesto
4.3 (3 ratings)
This spinach pesto comes together in just minutes while the pasta cooks. It's quick, easy, and delicious — what more could you ask for out of a weeknight-friendly dinner recipe? Click here to see 15 Easy 15-Minute Pasta Recipes.
Servings
8
Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 pound spaghetti, linguine, or your favorite pasta shape*
  • one 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 2 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 4 ounce crumbled feta
Directions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a blender or the bowl of a food processor, combine the spinach, oil, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, salt, and basil. Mix at medium speed until chopped finely. Melt the butter in the water. With a blender or processor running, gradually pour in the melted butter mixture until blended. Toss the pesto with the pasta. Sprinkle feta on top and serve.