Swiss Chard and Pesto Pasta

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Olive oil - 1/4 cup
• Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Pine nuts - 1/4 cup
• Basil leaves - 1 cup, packed
• Pasta - 12 ounces
• Swiss chard - 1 bunch, stems removed and leaves chopped

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth to make the pesto sauce.
3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Swiss chard and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Swiss chard. Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta and toss to coat evenly.
5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the pasta is heated through.
6. Serve hot and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.