Lunch: Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Penne

Recipe by Lindsay Funston This deliciously savory red pesto will make you never want to go green again.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Penne

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

12 oz. penne
2 c. roasted red peppers
1/3 c. plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. shredded Parmesan, plus more for garnish
1/4 c. almonds
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. kosher salt
3 c. baby spinach
Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
Meanwhile, make pesto: In the bowl of a food processor, combine roasted red peppers and 1/3 cup olive oil and pulse until combined. Add Parmesan, almonds, half the garlic, and salt and blend until combined.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat remaining tablespoon of oil. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add spinach and toss until just wilted, 2 minutes. Season with salt.
Add cooked penne and pesto to skillet and toss until combined. Add pasta water and stir until creamy. Top with Parm and season with pepper.

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