Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the recipes category.

Pesto Pasta & Potatoes Recipe.

Ingredients:

1-1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved
12 ounces uncooked whole grain spiral pasta
3 cups cut fresh or frozen green beans
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Recipe Instructions:

Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 8-10 minutes.
Drain; transfer to a large bowl.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pasta water; add to potatoes.
Toss with pesto, cheese and enough pasta water to moisten.

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