Mushroom Penne with Walnut Pesto | Fit Healthy Recipes
Mushroom Penne with Walnut Pesto
15 mins prepServes 6
Simple Mushroom Penne with Walnut Pesto made with ingredients like Parmesan cheese, whole wheat penne, mushrooms, garlic, and butter. This vegetarian dish combines toasted walnuts in a flavorful pesto to create a delightful meal.
1: Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2: Toast the walnuts in a small sauté pan over low heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
3: In a food processor, combine all ingredients for the walnut pesto and pulse until mostly smooth.
4: Heat the butter over medium heat in a wide skillet.
5: Add the mushrooms and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown.
6: Add the penne pasta to the skillet and stir to combine.
7: Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley or other herbs to taste.
8: Divide the pasta between bowls and top with walnut pesto or stir the pesto directly into the pasta.
