Pasta with Pesto, Potatoes and Green Beans

Serves: 4

Source: Great Food Fast – From the Kitchens of Martha Stewart Living

Serves: 4
Source: Great Food Fast – From the Kitchens of Martha Stewart Living

Ingredients:

  • 2 waxy potatoes
  • Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
  • 8 ounces cavatappi or other short tubular pasta
  • 8 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 1/2 cup Pesto

Instructions:

  1. Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes; place in a large pot of water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon salt and the cavatappi; return to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the green beans. Return to a boil; cook until the vegetables are tender and the pasta is al dente according to package instructions.
  4. Drain; toss with pesto and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.