Spring Fresh Wild Garlic Pesto Pasta with Toasted Pine Nuts

Instructions

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   First, prepare the wild garlic pesto. Wash the wild garlic leaves thoroughly and pat them dry.

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   Heat a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them without oil until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

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   In a food processor or blender, combine the wild garlic leaves, toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until a smooth pesto forms. If the pesto is too thick, add a little more olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.

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   Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of the starchy pasta water.

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   Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the wild garlic pesto and mix well. If the pasta seems too dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water to achieve a creamy consistency.

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   Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and a few fresh wild garlic leaves if desired. Enjoy your meal!