Spinach-Almond Pesto

Add some colorful flavor to your pasta! These slivered almonds add a unique flavor to traditional pesto.

Ingredients

1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed almost dry

½ cup pine nuts

1 cup slivered almonds, divided

6 cloves garlic, roasted and peeled

1 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

½ cup chicken or vegetable broth

½ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Place almonds and pine nuts in a single layer in a dry skillet over medium heat.
Toast, stirring occasionally until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
Combine all ingredients except ½ cup of the slivered almonds in a food processor, blending just until smooth.
Serve sauce with remainder of slivered almonds for extra crunch and flavor.

Based on 8 servings.

Per serving:

* Total Alpha-Tocopherol Equivalents