Ligurian-Style Linguine
Prepare Classic Pesto Sauce. Boil 1 pound linguine until firm but tender, following package directions, adding in 3/4 pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces, during last 6 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving 1 cup of cooking water. Place pasta back into pot. While pasta is cooking, simmer 1 1/4 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut in 1/2-inch cubes, in lightly salted water for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain. Gently stir potatoes into pasta and green beans. Add 3/4 cup pesto and reserved cooking water. Gently stir to coat. Sprinkle 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan over the top. Garnish with basil. Pass extra pesto, if desired. Makes 6 servings.
