Basil, mint & almond pesto pasta
serves 4
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Ingredients
Fresh Basil, Leaves From 2 Bunches
Fresh Mint, Leaves From 1 Large Bunch
2 Cloves Garlic, Peeled
1/2 Cup Blanched Almonds
1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan (Optional)
3/4 Cup Bunalun Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Cup Bunalun Organic Almond Drink
400g Bunalun Organic Wholegrain Spaghetti
Toasted Flaked Almonds, To Serve
Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Baby Herbs, To Serve
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method
Cook the spaghetti according to the instructions on pack.
Add basil and mint leaves into a food processor along with garlic, almonds, parmesan (optional), oil and almond drink. Whizz on high speed to a smooth, thick paste. Add to a saucepan and keep warm over low heat.
Keep 1 cup (250ml) of the pasta water and add to the pesto, stir through. Drain spaghetti, add to the pasta sauce, coat well and serve hot with extra freshly ground black pepper, flaked almonds and baby herbs, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil (optional).
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