Energy spaghetti with walnut sauce (homemade)
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This walnut pesto is simple and full of flavour. It provides precious fats for the heart and brain. The perfect way to start the new year with energy!
Energy spaghetti with walnut sauce (homemade)
This walnut pesto is simple and full of flavour. It provides precious fats for the heart and brain. The perfect way to start the new year with energy!
Ingredients for 4 servings of energy spaghetti with walnut sauce
- 400 g of spaghetti
- 20 walnuts (+ 4–5 for garnish)
- 4 tablespoons of grated Parmigiano Reggiano (or shavings)
- 1 small clove of garlic
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- a small knob of fresh cream butter
- salt
How to prepare energy spaghetti with walnut sauce
In a large pot, bring the water for the pasta to the boil. Meanwhile, shell the walnuts and place them in a blender with plenty of extra virgin olive oil, the Parmigiano Reggiano and lemon juice, and blend thoroughly until a smooth cream is obtained. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
Roughly chop the 4–5 walnuts set aside for garnish. Remove the knob of butter from the fridge. When the water boils, cook the spaghetti al dente. Drain and then add the walnut sauce and the knob of butter. Stir thoroughly. Plate up, scattering the chopped walnuts on top and, if desired, an extra dusting of Parmigiano Reggiano.