Orzo with Fresh Peas and Mint Pesto

• Mint Pesto
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Romano cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 pound orzo pasta, cooked al dente
• 1/2 cup Mint pesto
• 1/2 pound fresh peas, blanched
• Finely chopped fresh parsley

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a food processor and pulse until almost smooth.
2. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Place the orzo in a large bowl and combine with the pesto.
5. Fold in the peas and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/orzo-with-fresh-peas-and-mint-pesto-recipe.html (may not work)