Salmon And Spinach Pesto Pasta

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From what's cookin, chicago? feel free to substitute basil for spinach - i did, then added some wilted spinach into the pasta later. Delicious!!

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Steps

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Prepare the pasta - bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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When water is boiling , add 1 tablespoon salt and dry pasta.

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Stir to separate pasta.

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Cook pasta until al dente and drain.

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Set aside.

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Prepare the salmon - adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat broiler.

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Line a baking sheet or pan with aluminum foil.

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Zest the lemon and set aside.

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Cut half of the lemon into thin slices and place on the lined baking sheet.

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Reserve the other lemon half to use later.

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Season one side of the salmon liberally with salt and pepper , sprinkle with lemon zest , then rub with olive oil.

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Place the salmon on top of the lemon slices on the baking sheet.

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Broil until salmon is no longer translucent and is firm when pressed , about 10 minutes.

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Remove from broiler and sprinkle with lemon juice using the remaining half of lemon.

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Use a fork to flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces.

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The salmon skin will stick to foil and can be discarded.

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Prepare the spinach pesto sauce - in a food proc.

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Ingredients

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dry pasta, salmon, lemon, salt and pepper, lemon zest, olive oil, lemon juice, heavy cream, pine nuts, garlic cloves, baby spinach, parmesan cheese, salt and black pepper