TLC Cooking "Emeril's Pasta Rags with Pesto"

Emeril's Pasta Rags with Pesto

YIELD 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons	salt
1 pound	fresh pasta sheets, torn into rags
2 tablespoon	olive oil
2 cups	parsley leaves
1 cup	dry white wine
1	pint fresh pesto
¼ cup	torn basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground pepper
½ pound	smoked mozzarella, torn into small pieces
Parmesan cheese, for garnish

PREPARATION:

Method

Set a large 1-gallon pot of water with a pasta insert over high heat. Bring to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt. Add the pasta rags and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Next, add the parsley leaves and white wine. Bring to a simmer and add the pesto and basil. Slide the pasta rags into the pesto sauce and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the pasta and pour into a large serving bowl. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Editor's Note: Look for organic cheese and organic, locally-grown herbs, or try growing your own.
Learn more about sustainable food choices with our Eat Green Guide.
This recipe was featured in the Fresh Rustic Italian Episode Episode of Emeril Green.

This recipe appears in: Pasta

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