PUMPKIN SEED PESTO

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This fragrant pesto features toasted pumpkin seeds and parsley -- along with dried chile and a touch of cinnamon -- in place of the usual pine nuts and basil for a seasonal variation on the Italian classic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, cleaned and stemmed
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 small dried chile pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Cooked pasta, for serving
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread seeds on a baking pan. Bake until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
  • In the bowl of a food processor combine seeds, parsley, garlic, chile, and cinnamon. Pulse to combine. With processor running, slowly add oil in a steady stream until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Toss sauce with hot pasta; garnish with freshly grated Parmesan. Serve.

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