Spaghetti With Pea Pesto - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 2/3 cups peas
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
10 None basil leaves, chopped , plus extra leaves to garnish
1 clove garlic, halved
14 oz spaghetti

Preparation

Cook peas in a medium saucepan of boiling, salted water for 2-3 mins if frozen or 4-5 mins if fresh, until tender. Drain.
Place half of peas, parmesan, oil, basil and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until pureed.
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in a large pot of boiling, salted water according to packet directions. Drain and return to pan.
Add pea pesto and remaining peas to spaghetti. Toss on low heat for 1 min, until warmed through. Divide between serving bowls. Top with extra basil leaves and serve immediately.