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Fusilli with Pea Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

Fusilli with Pea Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

kosher salt
1 lb fusilli pasta
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1 tbsp plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, chopped
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup dry white wine , such as pinot grigio
2 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
4 oz smoked mozzarella, rind removed, grated (1 cup)
1 packed cup baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup grated parmesan
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
zest of 1 large lemon
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped

Directions:

For the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water. Place the drained pasta in a large bowl. Add the cheese and toss until coated.
For the pesto: In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and cool slightly.
In the bowl of a food processor, combine the peas, smoked mozzarella, spinach, Parmesan, lemon juice, lemon zest, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and the cooked shallot mixture. Blend until smooth, but still slightly chunky.
Pour the pesto over the pasta and toss until coated, adding the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Sprinkle with the toasted almonds and serve.
Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly toasted, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool completely before using.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	819.97 Kcal (3433 kJ)
Calories from fat	195.25 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	21.69g	33%
Cholesterol	27.1mg	9%
Sodium	1576.07mg	66%
Potassium	926.76mg	20%
Total Carbs	114.09g	38%
Sugars	10.03g	40%
Dietary Fiber	10.56g	42%
Protein	41.59g	83%
Vitamin C	42.9mg	71%
Iron	5.4mg	30%
Calcium	726.2mg	73%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	195.83 Kcal (820 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.63 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.18g	33%
Cholesterol	6.47mg	9%
Sodium	376.41mg	66%
Potassium	221.33mg	20%
Total Carbs	27.25g	38%
Sugars	2.4g	40%
Dietary Fiber	2.52g	42%
Protein	9.93g	83%
Vitamin C	10.2mg	71%
Iron	1.3mg	30%
Calcium	173.4mg	73%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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