Pesto Pasta

This recipe is a nut free pesto, but I think it's even better than traditional pesto. The addition of lemon and a bunch of parmesan makes the most flavorful sauce!

Ingredients:

• 1 large bunch basil (2-3 c.)
• 1 lemon, juice
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 oz parmesan cheese (pecorino romano also works great)
• salt & pepper
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1- 16 oz box of pasta

Instructions:

• Cook pasta according to package instructions. (reserve 1 c. pasta water)
• Blend the pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor
• Mix pasta with pesto, adding the pasta water as needed
• Plate and garnish with an extra sprinkle of grated cheese

*optional: add some chicken or shrimp for some protein

I hope you love this recipe as much as I do!

If you make it, be sure to let me know! Tag me and use hashtag #eatsbyaubrey on instagram or send me a message!