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This Homemade Pesto Adds Fresh, Herby Flavor to Just About Everything

A simple homemade pesto made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan, lemon juice, and olive oil. It’s a versatile green sauce for pasta, pizza, and other dishes.

  • 1/3 c. pine nuts, toasted
  • 1 tbsp. lemon juice (optional)
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 2 1/2 c. packed fresh basil leaves
  • 2/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
Recipeby @jon-keseleyhalfbakedharvest.comModified from originalApr 24

Spicy Tuscan Chicken Pasta.

A quick one-pot pasta with pan-seared Italian-seasoned chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy Calabrian chili sauce. It’s meant to feel special enough for a holiday dinner but easy enough for a busy night.

  • 1 jar (8 ounce) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning ((see note))
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
  • red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 medium shallot, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons crushed Calabrian chili paste
  • 1 pound short cut pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach