Name: Spaghetti with Kale Pesto and Meatballs
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 bunch Tuscan kale, tough stems removed and leaves finely chopped -; 2 small cloves garlic, chopped -; 1/2 c. walnuts -; 2 tsp. grated lemon zest -; 1/4 c. freshly squeeze lemon juice -; 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving -; 1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided -; Kosher salt -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 1 lb. sausage meat (such as sweet Italian or garlic and herb) -; 16 oz. dried spaghetti -

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35 min.

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Ingredients for - Spaghetti with Kale Pesto and Meatballs

1. 1 bunch Tuscan kale, tough stems removed and leaves finely chopped -

2. 2 small cloves garlic, chopped -

3. 1/2 c. walnuts -

4. 2 tsp. grated lemon zest -

5. 1/4 c. freshly squeeze lemon juice -

6. 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving -

7. 1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided -

8. Kosher salt -

9. Freshly ground black pepper -

10. 1 lb. sausage meat (such as sweet Italian or garlic and herb) -

11. 16 oz. dried spaghetti -

How to cook deliciously - Spaghetti with Kale Pesto and Meatballs

1. Stage

Make pesto: In a food processor, pulse together kale, garlic, walnuts, and lemon zest and juice. Add Parmesan and ¼ cup olive oil and pulse to form a thick paste. Add ¼ more cup olive oil in a slow steady stream, then season with salt and pepper.

2. Stage

Make meatballs: Roll sausage into 1" meatballs. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add meatballs and cook, stirring, until browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer meatballs to a paper towel-lined plate, then pour grease out of skillet and wipe clean with a paper towel.

3. Stage

Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.

4. Stage

Add pasta, pesto, and 1/4 cup pasta water to skillet and cook, stirring regularly, 1 to 2 minutes over low heat until pasta is evenly coated. Add meatballs and gently toss to warm.

5. Stage

Divide pasta into bowls and top with Parm.