Ina takes her classic pesto recipe and turns up the volume by incorporating chopped spinach, extra Parmesan cheese (because more is always better), lemon juice to maintain the vibrant colors, and mayonnaise for added creaminess. This flavorful mixture is then tossed with bow-tie and fusilli pasta, peas, and toasted pine nuts.
Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa Parties! taught me how to entertain with simple, make-ahead recipes that actually feel doable. Here are my honest thoughts on the menu-focused format, what makes the book so useful, and my favorite recipes, from Panzanella to Caramel Chocolate Nut Ice Cream.
Book: Barefoot Contessa Parties! Episode: The Homecoming Rating: 5/5 How Easy Is That: Easy Store Bought Is Fine: Olive oil Pricey Ingredients: — Hard-to-find: — Recipe on FoodNetwork.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trent (@storeboughtisfine)