Cavolo nero, walnut & orange pesto linguine

Step by Step

Step 1

Boil the cavolo nero in salted water for 3-4 minutes until tender, then drain and refresh under cold water. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze out as much water as possible.

Step 2

Add the cavolo nero to a food processor with the oregano, walnuts, garlic, orange zest, cheese and 2 tbsp oil. Whizz until smooth, then, with the motor running, add the remaining oil.

Step 3

Boil the pasta according to pack instructions, then drain, reserving a mug of water.

Step 4

Tip the pasta back into the pan, stir through the pesto and some of the reserved pasta water to coat it nicely, then serve with extra cheese, if liked.