How to Make Kale and Walnut Pesto Pasta with Katie Lee | The Kitchen

Pesto doesn't have to be just basil and pine nuts! Switch it up and try Katie Lee's version. Subscribe ► http://foodtv.com/YouTube Get the recipe ► https://foodtv.com/3efIHXp Talented food experts gather in the kitchen to share lively conversation and delicious recipes. From simple supper ideas to the latest food trends, they cover all things fun in food! Welcome to Food Network, where learning to cook is as simple as clicking play! Grab your apron and get ready to get cookin' with some of the best chefs around the world. We'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at our best shows, take you inside our favorite restaurant and be your resource in the kitchen to make sure every meal is a 10/10! Whole Wheat Fusilli with Kale and Walnut Pesto Pasta RECIPE COURTESY OF KATIE LEE Level: Easy Total: 30 min Active: 25 min Yield: 4 to 6 servings Ingredients Kosher salt 1 pound whole wheat fusilli 1/2 cup walnut halves 2 cloves garlic 1 1/2 cups packed baby arugula 1 1/2 cups packed chopped kale 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup grated Pecorino-Romano, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Directions Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup pasta water. Roughly chop some of the walnuts and set aside. Pulse the remaining walnuts and garlic together in a food processor, then add the arugula, kale, basil, cheese, lemon juice, sea salt and pepper and pulse to puree. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and process until smooth. The pesto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Add the pesto to a large bowl. Add the hot pasta and toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water to thin, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with more cheese, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts. Subscribe to our channel to fill up on the latest must-eat recipes, brilliant kitchen hacks and content from your favorite Food Network shows. ► FOOD NETWORK KITCHEN APP: http://foodtv.com/FNKApp ► WEBSITE: https://www.foodnetwork.com ► FULL EPISODES: https://watch.foodnetwork.com ► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FoodNetwork ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/FoodNetwork ► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FoodNetwork #TheKitchen #FoodNetwork #WholeWheatFusilliWithKaleAndWalnutPestoPasta #SunnyAnderson #KatieLee #JeffMauro #MarcelaValladolid #GeoffreyZakarian How to Make Kale and Walnut Pesto Pasta with Katie Lee | The Kitchen | Food Network https://youtu.be/Ab5e5WBv3xc