Monday, May 30, 2011

Spaghetti with Chicken and Tarragon Pesto

Spaghetti with Chicken and Tarragon Pesto

Chicken, cooked and shredded
Spaghetti, cooked al dente
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated (optional)

For the Pesto
1 cup loosely packed tarragon
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup walnuts
salt
black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed

Combine pesto ingredients in a food processor, and blend until smooth.

Serve individual plates with 1 cup spaghetti, 4 ounces chicken, and 2 tablespoons pesto. Toss. Top with parmesan cheese if desired.

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