ORZO WITH FRESH PEAS AND MINT PESTO

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Orzo with Fresh Peas and Mint Pesto image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons freshly grated Romano cheese
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound orzo pasta, cooked al dente
1/2 cup Mint pesto
1/2 pound fresh peas, blanched
Finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a food processor and pulse until almost smooth. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place the orzo in a large bowl and combine with the pesto. Fold in the peas and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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