Summary

Ingredients

For the pesto:

• 1 large clove (s) garlic, roughly chopped
• 1 bunch basil
• 120 g pecorino, freshly rated
• 3 tablespoon walnuts or pine nuts, roasted
• 3 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
• salt and pepper

Also:

• 300 g peas, reen, frozen
• 250 g pasta (Gemelli or Fusilloni)
• salt and pepper
• Lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet. At the end of the cooking time, add the frozen peas and cook briefly.
2. Mix the basil, garlic, cheese, nuts and lemon juice in a blender bowl. Then mix with a mixer. When the machine is running, slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream. Then season with salt and pepper and season to taste.
3. In a large bowl, mix the pesto, pasta and peas together. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
4. Garnish the salad with chopped nuts and chopped herbs, if desired.