Artichoke Crema Pesto
1 C. drained canned artichoke hearts in water
1/2 C. extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, popped from skin
A handful fresh flat-leaf parsley
A pinch cayenne pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Coarse salt, to taste
Heat oil and garlic in small pan on low heat or in microwave, 20 seconds on high, before using.
Pulse all ingredients in a processor or blender until paste forms. Toss with hot pasta (this recipe good for one pound of pasta).
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