Ingredients

1

box (1 lb) medium pasta shells

1

bag (12 oz) frozen sweet peas

3/4

cup basil pesto

2

tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Preparation

Cook and drain pasta as directed on box.

Meanwhile, cook peas as directed on bag. Reserve 3/4 cup of the cooked peas.

Place remaining peas in food processor along with pesto and olive oil.

Cover; process 2 to 3 minutes, scraping down sides as necessary, until mixture is smooth.

Add mixture to pasta; toss to coat evenly. Stir in reserved peas. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm or chilled.