Barilla® Rotini with Spinach Pesto
Barilla® Rotini with Spinach Pesto
14 minutes total / Calories 440
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- No Meat
- Short
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Made with Barilla Classic Blue Box Rotini pasta.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Rotini |
| 3/4 | Cup extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Cup fresh spinach |
| 10 | Leaves fresh basil |
| 1/3 | Cup Romano cheese, grated |
| 1/4 | Cup walnuts, toasted |
| 1/4 | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Cook Rotini according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, add all of the remaining ingredients to a blender, except for ½ cup of the olive oil and Parmigiano cheese.
Step 3
Turn the blender on and slowly drizzle the half cup of olive oil into the blender until the pesto has formed and is blended well.
Step 4
Transfer the pesto to a large bowl, big enough to hold the cooked pasta.
Step 5
Drain and toss the pasta in the pesto. Finish with ¼ cup of Parmigiano cheese.
Rotini
Rotini (meaning "twists") are two-inch lengths of thick, screw-like pasta from Northern Italy. The shape was inspired by children, since it is fun to eat and pairs well with a wide variety of sauces.
Barilla® Rotini is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Rotini
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box