Pesto Pasta

I made this on a whim last Saturday after a long bike ride. I was looking to use up some things out of the fridge/cupboard. I was pleased with the outcome! This is for a single serving, but can easily be doubled or more!



Pesto Pasta





½ cup of whole wheat medium shells (dry)

¼ cup diced tomatoes

¼ cup sliced onion

1 handful of fresh spinach

½ tablespoon prepared pesto

1 tablespoon of EVOO

Salt & Pepper





Prepare noodles per package directions- careful not to overcook! Reserve a couple tablespoons of starchy water when you drain the pasta.





Heat EVOO over medium heat. Add tomatoes and onion. Sautee until veggies are tender (5 minutes). Stir in pesto and half of reserved pasta water, until pesto is loose. Add cooked pasta and spinach. Stir until pesto is equally distributed and spinach is slightly wilted. Add more starchy water if needed. Salt and pepper to taste.

Makes 1 serving.