Scrumptious Sundays

This recipe was so delicious! I was disappointed that I didn't take pictures, but trust me it's worth trying. I'll steal a photo from Chloe, who we got the recipe from. We love it because it really tastes rich, creamy, and delicious - like a typical unhealthy pasta dish...BUT IT'S HEALTHY! Love it!! I should mention it's SUPER easy, takes only the time to cook the noodles to make. Every mom's dream - easy & delicious :)

Avocado Pesto Pasta

1 lb dried linguini

1 bunch basil leaves (about 2 1/2 ounces)

1/2 cup pine nuts (we used walnuts because we didn't have pine nuts on hand)

2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled

2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

3 garlic cloves

1/2 c. olive oil (we were able to get by with only 1/4 c.)

1/4 c. chopped sun dried tomatoes

Salt & Pepper to taste

1. In a large pot, bring water to boil. Add pasta and cook according to package. While pasta cooks, in a food processor blend basil, nuts, avocados, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Season with salt & pepper.

2.) Drain pasta. In large serving bowl combine pasta, pesto, and sun dried tomatoes.

We made it for dinner one night and liked it so much I made it again for our vegetarian friend Samara the next day for lunch.