Mario Batali's Spaghetti with Green Tomatoes

Fresh summer pasta!

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

Grab some greens at your local farmer's market and try this dish.

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step 1

ingredients salt

instructions Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, and add 2 tablespoons salt.
step 2

ingredients 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
1/4 cup Italian Parsley Leaves
1/4 cup Arugula (washed and spun dry)
1 clove Garlic (chopped)
1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

instructions Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the mint, basil, parsley, arugula, 1 clove of garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil and pulse to form a chunky puree. Season aggressively with salt and pepper, and set aside.
step 3

ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic (chopped)
5 Green Tomatoes (chopped)

instructions In a saute pan add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add chopped tomatoes and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes. Add full ladle of pesto into pan.
step 4

ingredients 1 pound Spaghetti
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for garnish

instructions Cook the pasta in the boiling water until just al dente. Drain the pasta and add to pan with tomatoes and pesto. Add some of the pasta water and toss to coat. Top with sprinkle with the Parmigiano, and serve immediately.
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