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Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto

Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto recipe
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what you need

1 cup packed Italian parsley
2 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Grated Cheese
1 bunch asparagus
1 red pepper
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
2 boneless skinless chicken breast (raw)
3 cups penne pasta

Just follow our 3 simple steps

PLACE 1 cup packed fresh Italian parsley, 2 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts and 2 garlic cloves in food processor. Process until finely chopped; gradually add 1/3 cup olive oil. Stir in 1/4 cup Kraft Grated Parmesan. Set aside.

COOK 3 cups Penne according to package directions, adding 1 bunch asparagus, cut in pieces, during last 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

TOSS pesto and cooked pasta with 1 chopped red pepper and 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes cut into thin strips. If desired, add 2 grilled and sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts.

kraft kitchens tips

Make Ahead
This pesto can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Toss with salad ingredients just before serving.
Cooking Know-How
Rinsing pasta with cold water stops the cooking process and prevents pasta from becoming soggy.
Substitute
Use toasted walnuts in place of pine nuts.
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