Pasta with Pesto, Potatoes, and Green Beans

Submitted by Martha from MD

"This Pesto Pasta recipe is a wonderful addition to any cook's collection. It is quite a crowd-pleaser. You will also need the recipe for <a href="http://www.barlowsrecipes.com/showrec_227.html" title="Basil Pesto">Basil Pesto </a> which is also located on www.barlowsrecipes.com"

Ingredients:
2 waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon salt
8 ounces cavatappi
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup Pesto (see Basil Pesto Recipe on this site)
Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Peel and cut 2 waxy potatoes into 1-inch cubes; place in a large pot of water; bring to a boil.

2. Add 1 tablespoon salt and 8 ounces cavatappi or other short tubular pasta; return to a boil; cook 2 minutes.

3. Add 8 ounces trimmed and halved green beans. Return to a boil; cook until vegetables are tender and pasta is al dente, about 6 minutes.

4. Drain; toss with 1/2 cup Pesto; season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Groups:
Italian, Dinner, Main Dish, Pasta, Vegetarian

Preparation Time:
25 mins

Cooking Time:
15 mins

Servings:
4