Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 1 cup fresh baby arugula ((2.5 oz))
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas
  • 25 pistachios (shelled)
  • 3 TBSP extra virgin or light olive oil ((divided))
  • 1/2 tsp fresh smashed + minced garlic
  • a pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • additional Parmesan or Mozzarella cheese for topping
  • additional olive oil to thin the sauce (if desired)
  • several chopped pistachios for garnish
  • parsley for garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste (will vary based on amount of  salty parm used)

Instruction

  • Begin by steaming your peas, this will take a few minutes on the stove or the microwave.
  • Next grab your freshly smashed/minced garlic.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, add the garlic to a tablespoon of olive oil and cook on high for 30 seconds. Alternatively, you can break out a small pan and sauté the garlic on the stove top. Both methods work great and take the bite out of the garlic while infusing the oil with rich garlicky flavor.
  • Add to a food processor along with the remainder of your ingredients and pulse until beautifully blended.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste and blend in a little extra olive oil if to thin the sauce. I add extra when using it for pasta and leave it thicker for spreading on crackers or crostini. Let your tastebuds be your guide!