Add a pop of color and flavor to your Valentine’s Day with Beet Pesto and Penne! This dish combines earthy beets and vibrant pesto over tender pasta for a deliciously unique start to your meal. Paired with beet soup and a refreshing beetroot sorbet, it’s the perfect way to kick off a cozy, love-filled evening.
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
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Prepare the Pesto: In a food processor, combine the roasted beets, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth.
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Add Olive Oil: With the food processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
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Cook the Penne:Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
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Combine:Toss the cooked penne with the beet pesto, adding a little pasta water if needed to thin it out.
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Serve:Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.
